Mace from India — sourced, graded and export-ready.
Mace is the orange-red lacy covering (aril) surrounding the nutmeg seed. Kerala mace is prized for its warm, slightly sweet flavour, high volatile oil content, and distinctive appearance. Used in European sausage manufacturing, bechamel, pies, and fragrance industries globally.
Aethon Overseas supplies mace available as whole mace blades, broken mace, mace powder. From trial samples to multi-container annual contracts, every lot is cleaned, graded and quality-checked before shipment — with a Certificate of Analysis, phytosanitary certificate and full export documentation included.
Product Specifications
| Parameter | Specification | Notes |
|---|
| Moisture | Maximum 12% | Hot air oven method |
| Volatile Oil | Minimum 10% | Steam distillation |
| Foreign Matter | Maximum 1% | Visual inspection |
| Ash Content | Maximum 3% | On dry weight basis |
| Colour | Orange-red, uniform | Visual grading |
| Pesticide Residue | Below EU MRL limits | Multi-residue LCMS |
Nutritional Information
Typical values per 100 g, edible portion — sourced from USDA FoodData Central and the Indian Food Composition Tables (ICMR-NIN, 2017). Lot-specific values are documented on the NABL-accredited Certificate of Analysis shipped with every consignment.
Macronutrients
| Nutrient | Per 100 g |
|---|
| Energy | 475 kcal |
| Protein | 6.7 g |
| Total Fat | 32.4 g |
| Carbohydrate | 50.5 g |
| Dietary Fibre | 20.2 g |
| Sugars | — |
Minerals
| Mineral | Per 100 g |
|---|
| Calcium (Ca) | 252 mg |
| Iron (Fe) | 13.9 mg |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 163 mg |
| Phosphorus (P) | 110 mg |
| Potassium (K) | 463 mg |
| Sodium (Na) | 80 mg |
| Zinc (Zn) | 2.3 mg |
Vitamins
| Vitamin | Per 100 g |
|---|
| Vitamin A | 40 µg RAE |
| Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) | 21 mg |
| Vitamin E (alpha-toco) | — mg |
| Vitamin K | — µg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.31 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.45 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.4 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.15 mg |
| Folate | 76 µg |
Functional / Quality Markers
| Marker | Typical value / range |
|---|
| Volatile oil | 4-15% |
| Myristicin | Major |
References: USDA FoodData Central · Indian Food Composition Tables (ICMR-NIN 2017) · category-specific industry quality benchmarks. Values vary by variety, growing region, season and processing — request a per-lot COA for actual shipment values.
Available Forms & Variants
- Whole Mace Blades: Orange-red aril, premium
- Broken Mace: Irregular pieces, economical
- Mace Powder: Finely ground
Uses & Applications
- Sausage and processed meat seasoning
- Baked goods and pastry cream
- Cheese and dairy flavouring
- Bechamel and white sauces
- Pies, gratins, and soups
- Spiced desserts and custards
- Perfumery and soap making
- Cosmetics and skincare
- Aromatherapy products
- Carminative preparations
- Analgesic formulations
- Ayurvedic medicine ingredients
Packaging & Shipping
| Pack Type | Sizes Available | MOQ |
|---|
| PP/Jute Bags | 25kg | 100kg |
| Retail Pouches | 50g, 100g, 250g | 1000 units |
| Vacuum Sealed | Custom sizes | 100kg |
- Air Freight: 3–7 days worldwide
- Sea Freight (FCL): 15–35 days
- Incoterms: FOB, CIF, EXW available
- Port of Loading: Mundra / JNPT / Nhava Sheva
- Documentation: All export documentation included
Quality Assurance & Documentation
- Certificate of Analysis (COA) — NABL-accredited lab testing per batch
- Phytosanitary Certificate — Issued by Plant Quarantine, Govt. of India
- APEDA Registration — Mandatory agri export certification
- FSSAI License — Indian food safety compliance
- Fumigation Certificate — ISPM-15 compliant wooden packaging
Indicative Pricing & Lead Time
| Grade / Form | MOQ | Indicative FOB | Lead Time |
|---|
| Trial sample | Small sample | Free + freight at cost | 5–7 days |
| Standard grade | 1 MT / 1 container | USD on request | 2–3 weeks |
| Premium grade | 1 MT / 1 container | USD on request | 2–3 weeks |
| Bulk container (FCL) | 10–25 MT | Volume discount | 3–4 weeks |
| Annual contract | Multi-container/year | Negotiated pricing | Multi-shipment schedule |
Lab-Tested
