Nutmeg Powder

Nutmeg Powder is made from the dried, finely ground seed kernel of Myristica fragrans, widely known across India as Jaiphal. Native to the Spice Islands of Indonesia and now cultivated across South India's Western Ghats, nutmeg is prized for its warm, aromatic flavour and long-standing place in both the kitchen and traditional wellness preparations, where it's commonly valued for its warming character in traditional culinary and wellness use.
 
Supplied in food-grade quality, the seed kernels are dried and finely ground into a smooth, aromatic powder suited to culinary use, herbal formulation, and traditional wellness blends alike. Nutmeg Powder is a steady requirement for bakeries, food manufacturers, and spice blend makers, as well as Ayurvedic and wellness formulators, and it's just as useful for a home cook wanting a reliable pantry spice, or a smaller buyer testing a batch before committing to more.
 
Specifications:
 
Botanical name: Myristica fragrans
Also known as: Nutmeg (English), Jaiphal (Hindi), Jathikai (Tamil), Jajikaya (Telugu), Jathikka (Malayalam), Jaikai (Kannada)
Plant part used: Seed kernel
Form: Fine powder
Colour: Light to medium brown. Natural variation between batches is normal.
Processing: Dried and finely ground
Shelf life: 2 years from date of packaging
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container, away from direct sunlight and moisture
 
Applications:
 
Food & Beverage: widely used as a spice in baking, desserts, curries, and spice blends
Ayurvedic & Herbal Formulation: traditionally used in wellness and digestive preparations
Cosmetics & Skincare: used in some face pack and skincare formulations for its warming, aromatic character
 
How to Use:
 
For culinary use, add a small pinch to beverages, desserts, or savory dishes for warmth and aroma. For formulation use, blend into your product base at your required concentration. As with any raw material, test in a small batch before scaling up.
 
Why Herbslyn?
 
Herbslyn supplies bulk raw materials from Salem, Tamil Nadu, to cosmetic formulators, soap and candle makers, Ayurvedic manufacturers, and individual buyers across India. Sourced from trusted growers and suppliers, our raw materials are carefully selected and every batch is quality-checked before dispatch for consistency you can rely on. Pack sizes run from small-batch testing quantities right through to full bulk orders, with competitive pricing shown directly on every product, no request-a-quote gating. Reach out any time to discuss your requirement, and we'll get back to you directly.
 
FAQ:
 
Can this be used in cooking? Yes, it's a widely used spice in desserts, beverages, and savory dishes.
 
How long does the powder last once opened? Best used within 2 years of packaging. Reseal tightly after each use.
 
Do you supply in bulk quantities beyond 1kg? Yes, see the bulk ordering note below.
Bulk or customized orders: Contact us for pricing.
 
The information on this page is provided for general and educational purposes. We recommend requesting a sample to check suitability for your specific use case before proceeding with a bulk order.