Bulk Apothecary

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Overview

Bulk Apothecary is an online distributor of natural ingredients, essential oils, soap making supplies, and candle making supplies, serving individual crafters, hobbyists, and businesses in the cosmetic, food, and personal care sectors.¹²³ Founded in 2010 in Ohio, it has grown from a small retail store to a major U.S. supplier emphasizing bulk purchasing, private label options, and wholesale products.³⁴⁵

History

Bulk Apothecary was founded in mid-2010 as a brick-and-mortar specialty retailer in Streetsboro, Ohio, initially focusing on soap and candle making supplies.¹²³ Within three years, it expanded its product range to include specialty ingredients, vitamin supplements, and established a dominant online presence.³⁵ The company maintains its original store in Streetsboro while operating primarily through e-commerce from Aurora, Ohio, and has added lines like Nature's Oil.³⁷

Product Lines

Product Line	Positioning	Price Range
Essential Oils (natural extracts for aromatherapy and cosmetics)	bulk supplier for DIY and commercial use	$5 - $500
Soap Making Supplies (bases, molds, kits)	affordable options for hobbyists and manufacturers	$10 - $300
Candle Making Supplies (waxes, fragrances, wicks)	wholesale volumes for crafters	$15 - $400
Fragrance Oils (scented additives for products)	high-volume private label ready	$8 - $250
Botanicals and Herbs (dried materials for crafts)	natural ingredients for potpourri and soaps	$5 - $100
Organic Ingredients (certified for skincare)	response to demand for natural products	$10 - $350

Manufacturing

Bulk Apothecary operates as a distributor and manufacturer based in Aurora, Ohio, with global sourcing of raw materials.¹² Products like oils, waxes, and soap bases are supplied in bulk or as kits, with private label and wholesale options available.²⁴ It maintains a small retail store in Streetsboro, Ohio.³

Notable Products

Stand-Up Pouches - Packaging solutions for bulk storage and sales.
Bentonite - Clay used in cosmetics and soap formulations.
Xanthan Gum - Thickener for personal care and food products.
Citric Acid - Preservative and pH adjuster for homemade goods.
Drum Pumps - Tools for dispensing bulk liquids safely.
Nature's Oil products - Line of natural oils and supplements for retail.

Reputation

Bulk Apothecary is recognized among DIY enthusiasts and small businesses for its wide selection, competitive bulk pricing, and customer service in soap and candle making communities.¹³ It lacks BBB accreditation, which may concern some customers seeking formal trust standards.⁷ Professionals note its growth and expansion into organic and private label products as strengths in the specialty ingredients market.¹⁴

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