EOAS Organics (Pvt) Ltd NUTMEG

EOAS Organics (Pvt) Ltd Nutmeg is the solvent extract of ground rip seeds of Myristica Fragrans of Sri Lankan origin. The buff to light orange colored semi-solid waxy resin has the characteristic aroma of nutmeg. The fruits are pendulous, broadly pyriform, yellow smooth, 7–10 cm long, fleshy, splitting open into two halves when ripe, showing the ovoid, 2–3 cm-long, dark brown shining seeds.

Ingredient Name: Nutmeg

Functions: Spice

Labeling Claims: Organic

Certifications & Compliance: Organic Certified

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Identification & Functionality

Ingredient Name
Ingredient Origin
Food Ingredients Functions
Ingredients
Nutmeg
Technologies
Grown Area
  • Teldeniya
  • Dedigama

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Features

Spice equivalent : 1 kg of product replaces 6-8 kg of good grade ground mace.

Specifications offered : Volatile oil content 30%-40%.  In addition, we also supply products to meet specific customer requirements.

Microbiology : Free from micro-organisms and their toxic metabolites.

Applications & Uses

Food & Nutrition Applications
Common Uses
  • Nutmeg add an intense, sweet, spicy aroma to bakery products, confectionaries and desserts.
  • Nutmeg is used in cheese fondues.
  • Nutmeg provide savory products such as vegetable stews, sauces and processed meat.

Properties

Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Piperine & volatile oil - tolerance±1%
Residual solventmax. 25ppm
Specific Gravity (30 °C)0.885-0.915
Refractive Index (30 °C)1.475-1.488
Optical Rotation (30 °C)8 - 25°
Solubility in Ethanol (70%)1 in 3v/v
Medicinal Properties
  • Use as a remedy for digestive disorders, such as nausea, Vomiting and diarrhea. 
  • Use as a treatment for fevers, headaches and bronchial problems.

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packing

20 kg / 40 lb HDPE pails or as per customer requirement.

Product Format
  • Nutmeg Whole
  • Nutmeg Powder
  • Nutmeg TBC

Storage & Handling

Storage

Shelf life : 12 months from the date of manufacture when stored below 25 °C in closed containers away from direct light and not under humid conditions.