Nutmeg Botanical Reference Material

Q: Can this BRM detect adulteration with other Myristica species or spent nutmeg?

Yes. Comparing a test sample's HPTLC profile against this Myristica fragrans reference material can help distinguish genuine nutmeg from substitutes such as Myristica malabarica (Bombay mace) or from spent nutmeg that has already had its essential oil extracted and resold.

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BioTrace Labs' Nutmeg Botanical Reference Material is a certified Myristica fragrans botanical reference material, developed for HPTLC fingerprinting, phytochemical authentication, and herbal quality-control testing. Each Myristica fragrans seed reference material batch is botanically verified and profiled to confirm its myristicin and elemicin composition, giving analytical laboratories, spice and herbal manufacturers, and researchers a dependable nutmeg HPTLC reference material for identity confirmation and comparative phytochemical analysis. As a trusted nutmeg reference material supplier, BioTrace Labs supplies laboratories and manufacturers across the USA, giving them confidence in the authenticity and traceability of every batch they buy.

SKU: BL86262

Category: Botanical Reference Material (BRM)

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Description

Parameter	Details
Botanical Name	Myristica fragrans
Other Names	Nutmeg, Jaiphal
Plant Part Used	Seed (kernel)
Family	Myristicaceae
Chemical Constituents	Myristicin, elemicin, sabinene (volatile oil markers)
Use	HPTLC, herbal standardization, phytochemical fingerprinting, botanical authentication
Product Form	Whole Dry / Powdered (at 5% extra cost)
Type	Botanical Reference Material (BRM) / Testing purpose
Reference Type	Voucher-grade botanical reference material

Why Use Nutmeg Botanical Reference Material?

Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans) is widely used in food, flavoring, and herbal-product testing. A characterized botanical reference material provides laboratories with a defined plant material for comparison during identity testing, chromatographic fingerprinting, and raw-material quality assessment.

BioTrace Labs' Nutmeg Botanical Reference Material is intended for analytical and research applications including HPTLC profiling, botanical authentication, phytochemical comparison, and herbal raw-material standardization.

HPTLC Analysis Profile

HPTLC compliant, using an optimized nutmeg HPTLC fingerprint method
Detection under UV 254 nm / 366 nm, plus derivatization
Produces a reproducible myristicin/elemicin fingerprint for identity confirmation

Applications

Spice and herbal raw-material standardization and nutmeg botanical authentication
Quality control laboratories running comparative phytochemical analysis
Academic and industrial research using Myristica fragrans BRM
Detecting adulteration or substitution with other Myristica species (e.g., Myristica malabarica, often traded as “Bombay mace” or wild nutmeg) or with spent/exhausted nutmeg that has had its essential oil extracted

Documentation Provided

Certificate of Analysis (CoA) provided on request, downloadable via the “Download CoA” button or by using “Ask a Question.”

Packaging & Storage

Packed in airtight, light-resistant containers
Store in a cool, dry place, protected from light and humidity to preserve myristicin and elemicin content

Disclaimer

For analytical and research purposes only. Not intended for direct consumption.

Frequently asked questions

What is Nutmeg Botanical Reference Material?

Nutmeg Botanical Reference Material is a certified Myristica fragrans botanical reference material used to confirm identity and authenticity through HPTLC fingerprinting and phytochemical comparison.

What is a nutmeg HPTLC fingerprint used for?

A nutmeg HPTLC fingerprint is a chromatographic profile of myristicin, elemicin, and related volatile-oil compounds used to confirm that a raw material is genuine Myristica fragrans and free from substitution.

How does this BRM support botanical authentication of nutmeg?

It provides a verified comparison standard against which an unknown nutmeg sample's HPTLC or phytochemical profile can be matched, confirming species identity and detecting mislabeling.

What are the key phytochemical markers in this Myristica fragrans reference material?

The primary markers are myristicin and elemicin, along with related compounds such as sabinene, which together form nutmeg's characteristic volatile-oil fingerprint.

Can this BRM detect adulteration with other Myristica species or spent nutmeg?

Yes. Comparing a test sample's HPTLC profile against this Myristica fragrans reference material can help distinguish genuine nutmeg from substitutes such as Myristica malabarica (Bombay mace) or from spent nutmeg that has already had its essential oil extracted and resold.

Is this BRM available in bulk from a supplier?

Yes, BioTrace Labs is a nutmeg reference material supplier offering both standard 5g/10g packs and bulk quantities, contact us via “Ask a Question” for bulk or custom orders.

Does this BRM come with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA)?

Yes, a Certificate of Analysis confirming the HPTLC fingerprint and identity of each batch is available on request via the Download CoA option.

How should this BRM be stored to preserve its volatile oil content?

Store it in a cool, dry place inside its original airtight, light-resistant packaging, away from direct light and humidity, to preserve its myristicin and elemicin content.

Do you ship Nutmeg Botanical Reference Material within the USA?

Yes. BioTrace Labs is a US-based supplier of Nutmeg Botanical Reference Material, so US laboratories and manufacturers can order without the customs delays or import paperwork that come with overseas suppliers.