Mineral oil is an incredibly popular ingredient used by a variety of industries, ranging from cosmetic and personal-care manufacturing to mechanical work and engineering. The term “mineral oil” itself is often quite broad and applies to several different types of petroleum-based oils. The mineral oil supplied by Jedwards International is commonly known as “liquid paraffin”…
Did you know plums may have been one of the earliest fruits that were cultivated by humans? It finds its origins in eastern Asia, dating back thousands of years; and the love of this tart, stone fruit is still going strong. In recent years, that hard stone pit in the center has been the source…
In the northern hemisphere, pumpkin-picking season has come to a close. Cucurbita pepo (as it’s botanically called) comes to full maturity around September, and is a fall-decorating staple throughout October and November. While the flesh inside is disregarded or used for pumpkin pies during the holidays, the seeds inside are taken to be replanted, roasted…
Summer plans, especially travel and big events, might be disrupted this year. We no longer solely rely on candles for light, but for mood and décor instead. By purchasing our bulk candle-making bases and essential oils, you can set the scene with the scents of summer and transport yourself to vacation. Here’s a glimpse into…
No better time for spring cleaning than now when most of us are at home! If you’re looking to replace a store-bought chemical-filled cleaner, you can opt for making your own cleaner with our natural essential oils. You can make it right at home with confidence in the ingredients you choose from our wide selection…
Available now is the ever-popular essential oil, Nutmeg Oil – item # EHM1105, which can be purchased in pack sizes of 16 fluid ounces and 3.4 kg gallons. Nutmeg oil is derived from the seed of the Myristica fragrans, an evergreen known as fragrant nutmeg or true nutmeg.
We are pleased to announce the arrival of a difficult-to-source ingredient that serves a wide variety of applications, Organic Fractionated Coconut oil! Also referred to as liquid coconut oil, this material has been sought after for quite some time as more consumers and formulators are requiring organic solutions and product offerings.
Lavender is a popular scent, considered to be a must-have ingredient in a formulator’s repertoire of essential oils. Its aromatherapeutic qualities have been cherished throughout the world for thousands of years. Lavender is one of the most popular and best adapted perennial flowering plants in the world.
A common question we are asked at Jedwards International is if our raw ingredients are sourced from producers that adhere to sustainable or responsibly harvested practices. This company, a family run organization, takes sustainability very seriously.
I have fond memories of neighborhood barbeques on hot, summer nights in my youth. Ultimately, the evening would end with devouring sweet, delicious watermelon slices. However, the biggest quandary I recall was, “What do I do with those pesky seeds?”
At Jedwards International, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional customer service, offering quality material and competitive pricing. We have qualified sales staff manning the phones Monday through Friday, from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, Eastern time to field the myriad of questions that come our way.
We get numerous emails and phone calls here at Jedwards International every single day, ranging from drum pricing requests to inquiries about the various raw ingredients we supply. In an attempt to address some of the more common queries that are, in fact, very good questions, today’s blog focus is on oil from Palm.
