Mace

Shree Rajasvi Services and Impex

Mace

Appearance Bright red to orange-red threads (aril), dry and brittle
Color Bright red to orange-red (depending on the grade)
Odor Aromatic, pungent, warm, and slightly sweet
Taste Warm, spicy, and slightly sweet
Texture Thin, brittle, and lace-like when broken
Moisture Content Not more than 10%
Foreign Matter Not more than 1%
Size Uniform in size, typically 2–3 cm long threads
Bulk Density 0.50 – 0.70 g/cm³
Essential Oil Content 5-15% (mainly myristicin and safrole)
Adulteration Free from artificial color, preservatives, and adulterants
Insect Infestation Free from live/dead insects, larvae, or rodent contamination