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Nutmeg Market Overview 2026

Derived Products
Dried Chinese Bayberry, Dried Nutmeg, Rice Pudding, Rich Fruit Cake, +1
HS Code
090811
Last Updated
2026-04-29
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
  • Nutmeg market coverage spans 141 countries.
  • 850 exporter companies and 1,102 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
  • 3,340 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
  • 1 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
  • Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 0.
  • Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
  • Page data last updated on 2026-04-29.

Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Nutmeg

Analyze 3,340 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Nutmeg.

Nutmeg Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum

Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Nutmeg to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Nutmeg: United Arab Emirates (+150.3%), China (-95.0%), Austria (+82.9%).

Nutmeg Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary

As of 2025-06, benchmark Nutmeg country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-11, countries with visible Nutmeg transaction unit prices: Austria (34.06 USD / kg), Spain (17.62 USD / kg), Vietnam (11.57 USD / kg), Ukraine (8.48 USD / kg), Italy (7.99 USD / kg), 7 more countries.
CountryYoY ChangeTransaction Count2025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-042026-05
Indonesia+25.0%3255.56 USD / kg (427,467.68 kg)6.82 USD / kg (427,522.68 kg)5.02 USD / kg (271,397.55 kg)5.63 USD / kg (369,817 kg)7.25 USD / kg (157,954 kg)6.81 USD / kg (89,462 kg)
Malaysia-17.8%913.16 USD / kg (3,000 kg)- (-)- (-)9.00 USD / kg (5,000 kg)10.85 USD / kg (28,100 kg)- (-)
Vietnam+12.1%1826.84 USD / kg (243,013 kg)8.71 USD / kg (286,841 kg)7.93 USD / kg (197,200 kg)11.89 USD / kg (6,500 kg)- (-)11.57 USD / kg (1,100 kg)
Italy-2.0%1847.83 USD / kg (90.28 kg)11.54 USD / kg (5,200 kg)- (-)- (-)48.83 USD / kg (28.08 kg)7.99 USD / kg (276.96 kg)
India+4.2%1,8925.71 USD / kg (623,172.95 kg)6.52 USD / kg (592,950.34 kg)5.44 USD / kg (492,255.881 kg)7.57 USD / kg (795,919.751 kg)6.65 USD / kg (198,683.244 kg)7.14 USD / kg (392,070.401 kg)
Sri Lanka+27.2%3244.87 USD / kg (150,851.999 kg)5.26 USD / kg (449,716.7 kg)6.05 USD / kg (740,473.48 kg)5.42 USD / kg (395,783.59 kg)7.08 USD / kg (206,206 kg)6.52 USD / kg (134,972.61 kg)
United States-43.5%13625.23 USD / kg (1,229.1 kg)22.30 USD / kg (6,575.52 kg)11.95 USD / kg (3,475.74 kg)18.47 USD / kg (1,740.07 kg)9.80 USD / kg (1,345.17 kg)6.12 USD / kg (1,771.43 kg)
Spain+3.4%4527.71 USD / kg (652 kg)4.73 USD / kg (90 kg)14.64 USD / kg (125.01 kg)21.57 USD / kg (1,898.85 kg)26.10 USD / kg (359.58 kg)17.62 USD / kg (1,678.4 kg)
United Arab Emirates+150.3%215.74 USD / kg (42 kg)- (-)1.92 USD / kg (216 kg)8.52 USD / kg (1,860 kg)4.10 USD / kg (1,000 kg)0.79 USD / kg (500 kg)
Austria+82.9%15- (-)12.76 USD / kg (204 kg)- (-)7.68 USD / kg (200 kg)- (-)34.06 USD / kg (78.36 kg)
Nutmeg Global Supply Chain Coverage
1,952 companies
850 exporters and 1,102 importers are mapped for Nutmeg.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Nutmeg, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.

Nutmeg Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals

850 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Nutmeg. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.

Nutmeg Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners

1 premium Nutmeg suppliers include country, industry, and contactability signals to prioritize credible export partners faster.
AGROHAAT RETAIL PRIVATE LIMITED
India
Food WholesalersFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Become a Premium Supplier to join the Tridge Supply Chain Network and advance your marketing and export channel strategy.

Nutmeg Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles

Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 850 total exporter companies in the Nutmeg supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Sri Lanka)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-30
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingCrop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: United Arab Emirates, India
Supplying Products: Nutmeg, Dried Cinnamon, Cinnamon Powder
(Malaysia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-26
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersOnline Retail And FulfillmentFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleRetailFood Manufacturing
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-16
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingFarming / Production / Processing / PackingDistribution / Wholesale
(Costa Rica)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-29
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: Spain
Supplying Products: Nutmeg, Mace
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-29
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-29
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
Exporting Countries: Morocco
Supplying Products: Nutmeg, Cumin Seed
Nutmeg Global Exporter Coverage
850 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Nutmeg supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Nutmeg opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.

Top Exporting Countries for Nutmeg (HS Code 090811) in 2024

For Nutmeg in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
RankCountryVolumeValue
1India3,812,610 kg21,272,889.684 USD
2Sri Lanka2,076,633 kg10,473,642.184 USD
3Netherlands269,452.899 kg3,665,244.386 USD
4Italy53,883 kg681,765.475 USD
5Germany38,243.006 kg625,608.329 USD
6Spain78,362.142 kg581,791.349 USD
7Poland35,616.133 kg571,294 USD
8United Kingdom21,564 kg374,126.463 USD
9Czechia13,862.61 kg272,876 USD
10Portugal25,078.847 kg254,042.271 USD

Nutmeg Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary

Track Nutmeg exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.

Nutmeg Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks

1,102 importer companies are mapped for Nutmeg demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.

Nutmeg Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners

Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 1,102 total importer companies tracked for Nutmeg. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-29
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFreight Forwarding And Intermodal
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-13
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingBeverage Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Guatemala)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-08-22
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood WholesalersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-29
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Spain)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-29
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Food Services And Drinking PlacesFood PackagingOthersBeverage ManufacturingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(India)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-05-31
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
1,102 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Nutmeg.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Nutmeg buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.

Top Import Demand Countries for Nutmeg (HS Code 090811) in 2024

For Nutmeg in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
RankCountryVolumeValue
1Germany718,129.718 kg8,570,695.457 USD
2India1,064,449 kg5,232,126.024 USD
3Netherlands463,528.348 kg4,389,146.932 USD
4Egypt410,363.152 kg4,016,018.262 USD
5United States468,296 kg3,740,094 USD
6Japan245,824 kg3,239,076.163 USD
7Italy395,211 kg2,863,738.409 USD
8Pakistan693,733 kg2,575,192.541 USD
9Dominican Republic234,948.97 kg2,191,863.57 USD
10Canada237,488.056 kg1,646,570.191 USD

Nutmeg Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary

Analyze Nutmeg origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.

Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Nutmeg

Nutmeg Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country

Monthly Nutmeg wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Nutmeg wholesale unit prices: India (2.82 USD / kg).
Country2025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-042026-05
India2.69 USD / kg3.09 USD / kg3.08 USD / kg3.34 USD / kg2.82 USD / kg-

Nutmeg Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries

Compare Nutmeg wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 1 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
RankCountryAverageLowerUpperYoY
1India3.29 USD / kg2.31 USD / kg4.26 USD / kg+8.5%

Latest Nutmeg Wholesale Export Price Updates

Use the latest 5 Nutmeg wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
DateEntry NameUnit Price (USD) 
2026-04-01Nut********* ***** ******* * * ************ ****** ********** ****3.66 USD / kg
2026-04-01Nut********* ***** ******* * * ************ ****** ********** ****7.44 USD / kg
2025-10-01Nut********* *** * * ************ ****** **********3.19 USD / kg
2025-10-01Nut********* *** * * ************ ****** **********4.00 USD / kg
2025-05-01Nut********* *** * * ************ ******** ********2.81 USD / kg

Classification

Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormDried (Whole or Ground Spice)
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product

Raw Material

Commodity GroupSpices (tree spice)
Scientific NameMyristica fragrans Houtt.
PerishabilityLow (dried spice; quality and safety depend on moisture and storage control).
Growing Conditions
  • Humid tropical conditions; cultivation originated in Indonesia’s Moluccas and spread to other tropical regions (FAO).
  • Well-drained soils with good water retention; avoidance of waterlogging is emphasized in FAO cultivation guidance.
  • Young trees may be established with shade and windbreaks (FAO cultivation notes).
Main VarietiesBanda nutmeg (Myristica fragrans), Papuan nutmeg (Myristica argentea)
Consumption Forms
  • Whole nutmeg (grated at point of use)
  • Ground nutmeg powder
  • Essential oil and oleoresin for flavoring and industrial uses
  • Nutmeg butter (fixed oil; minor in trade)
Grading Factors
  • Soundness (sound vs defective/grinders)
  • Size/count selections (where used in trade)
  • Moisture content and evidence of mold
  • Aroma/volatile oil retention
  • Foreign matter and insect damage
Planting to HarvestFAO notes vegetatively propagated plants can flower as early as 3–4 years; time to stable commercial production varies by propagation method and growing conditions.

Market

Nutmeg is a globally traded tree spice (seed of Myristica fragrans) typically sold as whole dried nutmeg or ground powder, with trade also linked to the related product mace. Export supply is concentrated in a small set of tropical origins, while demand is widely distributed across large consumer markets and spice-processing hubs. International trade commonly references HS 090810 (nutmeg) alongside broader HS 0908 classifications for nutmeg/mace/cardamoms in some datasets. Because nutmeg is shelf-stable when properly dried and protected from humidity, supply-chain competitiveness depends heavily on food safety compliance, quality consistency (aroma/volatile oil), and contamination control.
Major Producing Countries
  • IndonesiaWidely cited as the dominant global producer of nutmeg and mace; also the leading exporter of HS 090810 nutmeg in recent UN Comtrade data (via WITS).
  • IndiaSignificant producer and a major exporter of HS 090810 nutmeg in UN Comtrade data (via WITS).
  • Sri LankaNotable producer/exporter in HS 090810 nutmeg trade flows (via WITS).
  • GrenadaEstablished origin for nutmeg and mace; FAO documents detail harvest and post-harvest handling practices.
  • MalaysiaCultivated tropical origin referenced in FAO spice trade overviews.
Major Exporting Countries
  • IndonesiaLargest exporter in 2024 for HS 090810 nutmeg by value and quantity (UN Comtrade via WITS).
  • IndiaMajor exporter in 2024 for HS 090810 nutmeg (UN Comtrade via WITS).
  • NetherlandsKey re-export and processing hub for spices; among top HS 090810 nutmeg exporters in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
  • Sri LankaAmong top HS 090810 nutmeg exporters in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
  • GermanyMajor spice trade/processing hub; among top HS 090810 nutmeg exporters in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
Major Importing Countries
  • ChinaLargest importer in 2024 for HS 090810 nutmeg by value and quantity (UN Comtrade via WITS).
  • GermanyMajor importer and EU distribution/processing hub for spices; top HS 090810 nutmeg importer in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
  • United StatesTop HS 090810 nutmeg import market in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
  • NetherlandsGateway/import hub supporting EU spice distribution; top HS 090810 nutmeg importer in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
  • FranceSignificant HS 090810 nutmeg importer in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
Supply Calendar
  • Grenada:Jan, Feb, Mar, Jun, Jul, AugFAO reports two peak production/collection periods (Jan–Mar and Jun–Aug) with collection continuing through the rest of the year.

Specification

Major VarietiesBanda nutmeg (Myristica fragrans), Papuan nutmeg (Myristica argentea)
Physical Attributes
  • Commercial nutmeg is the dried seed kernel; mace is the dried aril surrounding the seed and is traded separately.
  • Common commercial forms include whole nutmeg (often shelled) and ground nutmeg powder; whole form generally retains aroma longer than ground.
Compositional Metrics
  • FAO reports fixed (fatty) oil content of sound nutmegs varies roughly 25–40% depending on origin, quality, and storage duration.
  • Volatile (essential) oil is a key buyer quality attribute (aroma intensity) and is sensitive to processing and storage conditions.
Grades
  • Sound unassorted (SUNS) and sound selected grades (including size/count-based selections) are described in FAO post-harvest handling references for export trade.
  • Defectives/grinders (distillation grade) and dry-in-shell categories are also referenced in FAO handling documentation.
Packaging
  • Bulk shipments of nutmeg may use jute bags; FAO documents export packing formats for Grenada including bagged whole nutmegs and dry-in-shell lots.
  • Nutmeg essential oil (where traded) may be shipped in drums (FAO case example).
ProcessingFixed oil (nutmeg butter) can be obtained by hydraulic pressing with heat or solvent extraction; essential oil is obtained via distillation (FAO).Ground nutmeg has higher exposure to quality loss (volatile oil loss) and authenticity/contaminant control requirements than whole nutmeg.

Supply Chain

Value Chain
  • Fruit dehisces → seed/aril collected → separation of mace (aril) from seed → drying/curing → shelling (where applicable) → cleaning/sorting/grading → bagging/cartoning → containerized export → destination cleaning/sterilization and/or grinding/blending → retail and food manufacturing
Demand Drivers
  • Use as a flavoring spice in household consumption and in industrial food applications (e.g., bakery, dairy, savory seasoning blends), with additional use of extracts/oils in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals (FAO).
Temperature
  • Generally ambient distribution; humidity control is critical to prevent mold growth and quality loss during storage and transit.
Shelf Life
  • Whole nutmeg is typically more shelf-stable than ground nutmeg; aroma preservation depends on moisture control and protection from heat, light, and oxygen exposure.

Risks

Supply Concentration HighUN Comtrade data (via WITS) shows Indonesia as the largest exporter of HS 090810 nutmeg, indicating concentrated export supply; weather shocks, disease, logistics disruptions, or policy changes in dominant origins can quickly tighten global availability and raise prices.Use multi-origin sourcing (e.g., Indonesia plus India/Sri Lanka) and qualify both whole and ground formats; maintain safety stock given long shelf life.
Food Safety HighAs with many dried spices, nutmeg trade can be disrupted by contamination events (e.g., Salmonella) or mycotoxins (e.g., aflatoxins) leading to border rejections, recalls, and tighter inspection regimes in key import markets.Implement validated microbial reduction controls, robust supplier verification, and routine testing aligned to destination-market contaminant requirements (e.g., EU contaminant limits and industry guidance).
Regulatory Compliance MediumImport-market rules for contaminants and residues (including EU maximum levels for certain contaminants) can change or be enforced more strictly, raising compliance costs and causing shipment delays for non-conforming lots.Track regulatory updates in major markets and align specifications, sampling plans, and certificates of analysis with buyer and authority expectations.
Adulteration And Fraud MediumGround nutmeg is more vulnerable to adulteration or quality dilution than whole nutmeg, which can trigger contractual disputes, brand damage, and intensified buyer testing requirements.Prefer whole nutmeg for sensitive applications, require authenticity/identity testing for powders, and audit grinding/blending controls.
Sustainability
  • Climate and extreme-weather exposure for perennial tropical tree crops (e.g., cyclone/hurricane risk in some origins) can create episodic supply disruptions.
  • Post-harvest drying and storage conditions influence both food loss and food safety outcomes (mold/mycotoxin risk if moisture is not controlled).

FAQ

Which countries are the largest nutmeg exporters globally?Based on UN Comtrade HS 090810 data (via WITS) for 2024, Indonesia is the largest exporter, followed by India. The Netherlands and Sri Lanka also appear among the top exporters, reflecting both origin supply and re-export/processing hub roles.
Which countries are the largest nutmeg import markets?UN Comtrade HS 090810 data (via WITS) for 2024 lists China as the largest importer, with Germany, the United States, and the Netherlands also among the top import markets.
When is nutmeg harvested in Grenada?FAO reports that in Grenada most farmers collect fallen nutmeg seeds daily during two peak production periods—January to March and June to August—and less frequently during the rest of the year.

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