Nutmeg (Jaiphal) whole shall :-

(a) be the dried kernel of ripe fruit of nutmeg tree. Myristica fragrans Houttuyn;

(b) be spherical or slightly ovoid in shape with greyish brown colour and hard surface marked with numerous braided furrows;

(c) have characteristic and aromatic odour and acrid, warm, slightly bitter taste;

(d) be free from rancidity, off-flavour, musty odour, mould growth, insect infestation and rodent contamination;

(e) be free from extraneous matter and added colouring matter;

(f) comply with the restrictions in regard to aflatoxin content, metallic contaminants and insecticide residues as prescribed under the Prevention of Food Adulteration Rules, 1955.