Whole Sri Lankan nutmeg, certified organic.

About whole nutmeg

Nutmeg is the seed of the evergreen tree Myristica fragrans. In Sri Lanka it grows in mid-country home gardens, mainly in the Kandy, Matale and Kegalle districts. The ripe fruit splits to reveal the seed wrapped in red mace, which is removed and dried separately.

After drying in the shell, the seed is cracked out. Whole nutmeg is commonly traded by count per kilogram and by the share of sound versus broken or shriveled nuts.

Common uses

• Freshly grated spice for baking and desserts
• Sauces, soups and meat dishes
• Mulled drinks and eggnog
• Grinding into nutmeg powder

Storage and documents

Whole nutmeg keeps its aroma for years when stored sealed and dry, and grating it fresh gives the strongest flavor. Buyers of organic product also ask for the organic certificate and a transaction certificate valid for their market. Importers commonly ask for a certificate of analysis covering moisture, volatile oil, ash and microbiology, plus aflatoxin and pesticide residue results for markets such as the EU, a phytosanitary certificate and a certificate of origin. Exact grade, packing, MOQ and price are confirmed on the quote.

What to include in a quote request

A clear request usually states the form (whole, cut or ground), the grade or specification bought to, such as moisture, volatile oil, density or size limits, the quantity per shipment and how often, the packing (bulk bags, cartons or retail packs), the destination port and the Incoterm, for example FOB Colombo or CIF. Mentioning the food safety standard or residue limits of the destination market helps the supplier confirm the right lot.

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