Description

Macis Oil is a natural essential oil derived from the aril of the nutmeg seed (Myristica fragrans). This product is valued for its warm, spicy, and sweet aromatic profile, making it a key ingredient in flavor and fragrance creation. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the food & beverage, perfumery, and pharmaceutical industries. Macis Oil CAS NO 8023-72-1 is a versatile natural extract that requires careful handling to preserve its quality and organoleptic properties.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: A core component in creating complex spice notes for fine perfumes, colognes, soaps, and detergents.
• Food & Beverage: Used as a natural flavoring agent in baked goods, confectionery, sauces, meat products, and specialty beverages.
• Aromatherapy & Wellness: Incorporated into diffuser blends, massage oils, and topical formulations for its warming and soothing aromatic qualities.
• Pharmaceuticals: Employed as a flavor corrigent in oral liquid medications and lozenges.
• Natural Product Formulations: Serves as a botanical ingredient in natural cosmetics, skincare, and oral care products.

Basic Information

Product Name	Macis Oil
CAS No.	8023-72-1
Molecular Formula	Not Applicable (Natural Mixture)
Molecular Weight	Not Applicable (Natural Mixture)
Synonyms	Mace Oil; Nutmeg Aril Oil; Myristica fragrans aril oil; Essential oil of mace; Myristica Oil (partial); FEMA 2652
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Macis Oil is produced and tested to meet stringent quality standards suitable for food, flavor, and fragrance applications. We ensure compliance with relevant industry guidelines, including Food Chemical Codex (FCC) specifications where applicable. Each batch is analyzed for key parameters such as organoleptic properties, refractive index, specific gravity, and major component profile via GC/MS. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity and composition are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at temperatures between 15-25°C (59-77°F). This product is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air, heat, or light will degrade its quality. For long-term storage, consider filling the headspace with an inert gas such as nitrogen.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, pale yellow to amber mobile liquid
Odor	Characteristic, warm, spicy aroma of mace
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.880 - 0.930
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.474 - 1.488
Optical Rotation (20°C)	+2° to +30°
Assay (Major Components by GC)	Contact for details
Solubility	Miscible with ethanol, fixed oils; insoluble in water

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.