General explanation about petroleum jelly
Petroleum jelly, commonly known by the brand name Vaseline, is a semi-solid mixture of hydrocarbons originally promoted for its skin-healing properties. It is a versatile and widely used product in both industrial and personal care settings.
Key Facts:
- Origin: Petroleum jelly was first discovered in the mid-19th century from oil rig residues. Robert Chesebrough refined the substance and introduced it to the market as “Vaseline” in 1870.
- Composition: It’s made from a mixture of mineral oils and waxes, forming a smooth, stable, water-repellent gel.
Uses of Petroleum Jelly (Vaseline)
1. Cosmetic and Skin Care
- Moisturizer: Locks in skin moisture by forming a protective barrier.
- Healing aid: Helps soothe dry, cracked skin, minor cuts, and burns.
- Lip balm: Prevents chapped lips.
- Makeup remover: Gentle on sensitive skin and effective at dissolving makeup.
2. Medical
- Wound care: Prevents scabs from cracking and bleeding.
- Protection: Applied on skin to prevent diaper rash, friction burns, or skin chafing.
3. Industrial
- Lubrication: Used in machinery and tools to reduce friction.
- Rust prevention: Applied to metal surfaces as a protective coating.
Advantages
Odorless, tasteless, and non-comedogenic (does not clog pores).
Stable and long-lasting.
Safe for most skin types, including sensitive skin.
Limitations
Not water-soluble.
Should not be used deep inside the body (e.g., nostrils) as it may cause respiratory issues if inhaled
Importance of Petroleum Jelly in Gambia
1. Healthcare & Personal Care
– Widespread Daily Use
- Skin Moisturization: Used to combat dry skin, especially during the dry Harmattan season.
- Healing Minor Wounds: Applied to cuts, scrapes, and burns to protect and aid healing.
- Baby Care: A staple in infant skincare, particularly for preventing and treating diaper rash.
– Affordable Medical Use
- Alternative to Ointments: Serves as a low-cost substitute for branded creams in clinics and homes.
- Lips & Nose: Applied for dry, cracked lips or nasal passages due to dry winds or dust.
2. Beauty & Cosmetic Use
- Hair and Scalp Care: Used as a grease and conditioner for protecting hair from dryness.
- Makeup Removal: Functions as a simple and affordable makeup remover.
- Shine Enhancer: Used to give skin and lips a natural sheen.
3. Household Applications
- Lubrication: Used for door hinges, tools, and mechanical parts in households.
- Rust Protection: Applied to metal surfaces in coastal or humid areas to prevent rusting.
4. Economic & Social Relevance
- Repackaged & Sold Locally: Imported in bulk and sold in jars, tubs, or pouches in markets and shops.
- Income for Vendors: Petroleum jelly is a reliable retail product for small vendors in markets like:
Serekunda Market
Brikama Market
- Essential Item in Rural Gambia: Due to limited access to branded cosmetics or medicated creams, petroleum jelly is often the only multipurpose care product available in some regions.
5. Emergency & Traditional Use
- Used in home remedies and mixed with herbs or oils for traditional treatments.
- Helps with burn relief, skin irritation, or friction burns in rural and urban areas alike.
Packaging and Price Supplier Petroleum Jelly Gambia
- Small Packing Orders:
Packing Types: 10 Kg, 20 Kg and 55 KG Steel or PE drums - Medium Packing Orders:
Packing Types: 90 Kg PE drum - Large Packing Orders:
Packing Types: 175 Kg PE drum - Custom Orders or Private Labeling:
Custom packaging and labeling options are available upon request. Prices for these orders vary based on the
specifics of the packaging and quantity.
This price is for FOB Jebel Ali Port-UAE. Also, we can send goods from Mersin Port-Turkey. Please Call for Updated Price
Key Gambia Ports for Receiving Petroleum Jelly Grades
Port of Banjul (Banjul Seaport)
Location: Capital city, Banjul
Domestic and foreign Supplier Petroleum Jelly Gambia
Domestic and Foreign Suppliers of Petroleum Jelly in The Gambia
The Gambia’s petroleum jelly market is shaped by imported products and a network of local repackagers and distributors. The country does not manufacture petroleum jelly on an industrial scale, so it relies heavily on foreign exporters, with local companies handling distribution and retail.
Foreign Suppliers of Petroleum Jelly to Gambia
ZUMRUT International Kimya is a leading petrochemical company in Turkey, supplying petroleum jelly (Vaseline) to Gambia and other Africa countries. The company is a key player in the regional Vaseline market with operations in Turkey and the United Arab Emirates.
Specifications of petroleum jelly (Vaseline) in an industrial, pharma and cosmetic grade for Gambia
Analysis of petroleum jelly industrial grade
T.D.S of petroleum jelly cosmetic grade A
Analysis of petroleum jelly cosmetic grade B
