INFORMATION & FAQ'S

Below are a number of hyperlinks to a wealth of information answering some of the most commonly asked questions about our product range. In addition, these pages offer factual information that may be of interest to our many customers.

What is the difference between Australian and other hemp oil produced overseas?

Here in Australia we are assured of the highest level of standards to ensure a clean, pure industrial hemp crop. Due to stringent regulations there is virtually no margin for error, ensuring the end consumer that the product is the best possible.


Planet Hemp Products cold presses its Australian grown hemp seed at a certified Organic Facility ACO#46P and mills the hemp seed meal into flour and protein powder. The hemp seed oil is then filtered, nitrogen flushed and sealed in opaque glass before cold-storing at -18 Celcius.


For many imported oils this cannot be guaranteed. In China for example, so-called 'cold-pressed' oils have found to be rancid due to cold pressing at over 80 degrees Celcius and/or poor storage. Rancid hemp oil can be very damaging to the body and is toxic due to the high amounts of free-fatty acids.


Oils imported from the Northern Hemisphere have to cross the equator on a container. It is important that the hemp oil is shipped in a controlled environment to minimise exposure to equatorial tropical heat temperatures. Unless properly pressed, stored and shipped, the fragile qualities that make hemp oil a superior product will be destroyed. We take every precaution to ensure our hemp seed products are of the freshest quality possible.

Is it Legal for Planet Hemp Products to Sell Hemp Seed Oil in Australia?

Yes, hemp oil is legally used in Australia, and throughout the world. However, in Australia the use of hemp oil is limited to uses that do not involve it being consumed by humans. It is legal to consume hemp oil in New Zealand, United Kingdom, USA and virtually every Western country in the world.



Hemp oil is seen as a very nutritious plant based oil offering nature's perfect balance of omega-3 and omega-6 Essential Fatty Acids. It is a very pleasant tasting oil.



Planet Hemp Products contracts hemp seeds to be grown throughout Australia under license. The hemp seeds are pressed in Queensland to produce a food quality oil that is sold throughout Ausralia. We do not currently export this oil.



Although hemp oil cannot be used internally (only in Australia), many Australians enjoy the nutritional benefits of hemp oil as a base for their quality cosmetic products. Hemp Foods Australia sells bulk hemp oil to many body care manufacturers throughout Australia.



As the nutritional benefits of hemp oil can be absorbed through the skin, health food stores sell pure hemp oil as a body moisturiser. This food quality hemp oil is the finest skin conditioner.



Hemp oil can also be fed to your animals. See Hemp Seed for benefits to your non-human friends.

What is Hemp Seed Meal/Cake/Flour?

Hemp Cake is the by-product of pressing hemp seeds to produce hemp oil. It is a 100% natural plant product suitable for human consumption where legal.

Does Hemp Seed or Oil contain THC - or any "Drug-like effects"?

Just as there are many varieties of apples, oranges or mangoes- there are many varieties of wheat, corn and hemp. The industrial hemp grown in Australia contains very little (approx. less than 0.3%) of the THC (the drug ingredient) as compared to 5%+ in drug varieties. This insures that industrial hemp, although it grows and looks the same- cannot get you 'high', even if you tried to smoke a field of it.


The hemp seed (and therefore oil) is the only part of the plant that does not produce THC (the drug). However, on harvesting high THC crops (not applicable in Australia, UK, USA) such as those found in China- the THC pollen from the leaves, flowers and stem can contaminate the seed, thus resulting in a THC effect from the seed and oil produced.

Planet Hemp recommends the use of Australian grown and pressed oil only.

HEMP

	Hemp Fibre Hemp fibres have many valuable qualities that are quite desirable in a textile material. Some of these are listed herre; hemp makes a strong, durable, comfortable, healthy, and high-performance fabric that's great for all seasons and for use indoors and out. . . . read more
	Hemp Production In many countries around the world, the impact of decades of neglect and thoughtless exploitation of the natural environment is beginning to show. Australia is one such country. Despite much rhetoric to the contrary, it remains that our country continues to suffer severe degradation of the land, air and water due to thoughtless agricultural, forest and water management policies. . . . read more
	Hemp Foods The benefits of incorporating the nutritional qualitities of hemp seed, hemp seed by-products and hemp foods into your diet are many. Food Standards Australia New Zealand FSANZ recommended the nutritional benefits of Hemp Seed in their report in 2002. Australian legislation is yet to reflect these recomendations. . . . read more
	Hemp Seed Thirty-five percent of whole hemp seed is composed of dietary fibre, which is nearly ten percent higher than the fibre content of flax seed. Ten percent of the dietary fibre in hemp seed is the water soluble fibre that helps maintain blood glucose levels and lowers blood cholesterol levels, a benefit for diabetics. The remaining 90 percent, the insoluble portion, helps to prevent constipation by increasing fecal bulk and reducing bowel transit time. . . . read more
	Nutrition for Pets The primary function of food is to provide the body and mind with the essential nutrients that allow it to metabolize and live in the manner for which it is designed. Hemp seed contains a healthy balance of essential fats, easily digested proteins containing all known amino acids, calcium, zinc, copper, iron and other trace vitamins and minerals. . . . read more
	Hemp Paper Recycled Paper is made from both virgin tree-fibres and recycled fibres with one exception, and that is 100% post-consumer paper which is made from 100% recycled fibres. Therefore, trees are still cut to make most recycled paper. . . . read more
	Hemp Stone Zelfo Definition - A sustainable alternative for many hardwoods, plastics and metals, Zelfo is made from 100% renewable cellulose based materials. . . . read more
	Hemp Research So omega-3 and omega-6 are essential to health. But why? Omega-3 (LNA) has been shown to protect against certain types of cancers and positively modify immune and inflammatory reactions. It has been demonstrated that renal, respiratory, cardiovascular, and dermatological conditions are improved by including omega-3 in the diet. . . . read more
	Agave Syrup Organic Nekutli Agave Syrup is produced from Mexico’s cactus like Agave plant, the same species used to make tequila. It has been extracted by hand from its pineapple shaped core for centuries. . . . read more

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