| DESCRIPTION Mace Oleoresin is the end product obtained by solvent extraction of the dried flowers of Myristica fragrance van Houtte, Myristicaceae with the subsequent removal of the solvent. It is a semisolid, waxy material. The color of the oleoresins ranges from pale buff to amber to dark orange, odour and taste are characteristic of nutmeg.
COMMON NAMES Nutmeg, Myristicia Fragrans Houtt
CONSTITUENTS Essential oil content: 19 - 21 % Solvent residue: max. 25 ppm Solvent: Hexane or Isopropyl Alcohol
USES Mace Oleoresins are used as spice and seasoning mixes, for meats, sausages and other food preparations. |