Product Processing
We process various vegetable and essential oils in high capacity facilities.
Our Products
Athi River Oils Epz Ltd specializes in production of both conventional and organically produced vegetable and essential oils. With over two decades of experience, Athi River Oils endeavor to meat world standards in its processes and a quality management.
1. Sustainable Quality Sourcing
The company has built a strong partnership with local producers, growers and suppliers by creating awareness emphasized towards quality management at the primary stage. Up to 85% of non-conformance has been eliminated at this stage.
2. Good Manufacturing Practices
With over two decade of compliance to several regulatory and global quality standards, the company is always a step higher in the market. The adoption of good manufacturing practices has formed the fabric of the production process at our two facilities. The spirit of no comprise on quality has created a culture of zero defect tolerance. The company through robust continues improvement approach looks ahead to always meet customer quality demand
3. Experienced Workforce
Man at his best capabilities is one aspect that the company has been keen on. Experienced workers and advance human resource policies have worked magic to customer satisfaction.
The company has built a strong partnership with local producers, growers and suppliers by creating awareness emphasized towards quality management at the primary stage. Up to 85% of non-conformance has been eliminated at this stage.
2. Good Manufacturing Practices
With over two decade of compliance to several regulatory and global quality standards, the company is always a step higher in the market. The adoption of good manufacturing practices has formed the fabric of the production process at our two facilities. The spirit of no comprise on quality has created a culture of zero defect tolerance. The company through robust continues improvement approach looks ahead to always meet customer quality demand
3. Experienced Workforce
Man at his best capabilities is one aspect that the company has been keen on. Experienced workers and advance human resource policies have worked magic to customer satisfaction.
Pure | Organic | Fair Trade | Sustainable | Ethical
Vegetable Oils
| Common Name | Botanical Name | Conventional | Organic |
|---|---|---|---|
| Almond oil | Prunus dulcis | ☑ | ☑ |
| Apricot oil | Prunus armeniaca | ☑ | ☑ |
| Avocado oil | Persea americana | ☑ | ☑ |
| Baobab oil | Ricinus communis | ☑ | ☑ |
| Castor oil | Cymbopogon martini | ☑ | ☑ | Chia seed oil | Salvia hispanica | ☑ | ☑ |
| Cocoa butter | Theobroma cacao | ☑ | ☑ |
| Coconut oil | Cocos nucifera | ☑ | ☑ |
| Grapefruit seed oil | Citrus paradisii | ☑ | ☑ |
| Grape seed oil | Vitis vinifera | ☑ | ☑ |
| Macadamia oil | Macadamia intergrifolia | ☑ | ☑ |
| Moringa oil | Moringa oleifera | ☑ | ☑ |
| Muyao oil | Vitellaria paradoxa var nilotica | ☑ | ☑ |
| Papaya oil | Carica papaya | ☑ | ☑ |
| Pomegranate oil | Punica granatum | ☑ | ☑ |
| Rosehip oil | Punica granatum | ☑ | ☑ |
| Sesame oil | Sesamum indicum | ☑ | ☑ |
| Shea butter | Vitellaria nilotica | ☑ | ☑ |
| Sour cherry seed oil | Prunus cerasus | ☑ | ☑ |
Essential Oils
| Common Name | Botanical Name | Conventional | Organic |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frankincense oil | Boswellia carterii / neglecta | ☑ | ☑ |
| Geranium oil – (Kenya) | Polargonium asperum | ☑ | ☑ |
| Ginger oil | Zinger officinale | ☑ | ☑ |
| Lemongrass oil | Cymbopogon citratus | ☑ | ☑ |
| Palmarosa oil | Cymbopogon martini | ☑ | ☑ |
| Tagetes oil | Tagetes minuta | ☑ | ☑ |
| Tea Tree oil | Melaleuca alternifolia | ☑ | ☑ |
Other Products / Cakes
| Common Name | Botanical Name | Conventional | Organic |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sesame cake | Sesamum indicum | ☑ | ☑ |
| Macadamia cake | Macadamia intergrifolia | ☑ | ☑ |
Supply Chain
We have long term relationships with our raw material suppliers who includes our contracted producers who are capable of supplying sustainably.
Organic/Ethical Farming
The company has adopted a wholesome approach to organic, ethical and sustainable sourcing in respect to the following areas:
- Growers groups: The company works closely and through producer group elected leaders to forge a way through the dynamics of economic, environmental and quality challenges. Through this approach a strong company and producer bond exist with unforeseeable end.
- Environmental health and safety Regulatory compliances: The company will always strive to comply with all applicable local regulatory requirements to enable safe and harmonious operation.
- Incorporation of local communities: The company sources its raw materials from local community and participates fully in community projects as part of CSR.
- Energy management: In compliance with regulatory requirement and best practices, the company has always worked closely with energy management commission and participated in energy management forums organized by Kenya Association of Manufacturers.
