Nutmeg terpenes

At a glance

A terpene‑rich fraction distilled from Myristica fragrans (nutmeg) seed, offering bright, spicy‑citrus and piney‑woody notes; used to add top‑note sparkle and spice nuance in perfumery blends.

One of several trade forms of Nutmeg catalogued here, see the full family →

Category
🌿 Natural
Origin
Seed/Grain
Chemical family
Monoterpene
CAS number
8008-45-5
Profile
warm, spicy, woody
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01