How many different grades of emu oil are there and how are they used?
The Emu Oil Trade Rules which were established by the American Emu Association under the advisement and consultation of members of the American Oil Chemist Society recognize three different grades: Crude, Once Refined and Fully Refined. Crude Emu Oil is commonly used in soaps and animal feed products. Once Refined Emu Oil is used for industrial and some cosmetics purposes. Fully Refined Emu Oil is used for Pharmaceutical, Cosmetic & Dietary Supplement Purposes. The American Emu Association does not recognize a pharmaceutical grade or a cosmetic grade. These are marketing terms used by some products companies. Why is Fully Refined oil Important? This Fully Refined designation or specification for pure emu oil* is primarily for the safety of the consumer. Danger only exists when the pure emu oil is to be used on the human skin or is to be taken orally. If the pure emu oil is not Fully Refined, there is risk that the oil is contaminated or has not been sterilized. How can I tell if the em
