--- title: All About The Olive Oil Grades description: Explore these popular articles that cover the basics about the different grades of olive oil and other oils so that you can make educated decisions. image: https://www.centrafoods.com/hs-fs/file-380499974-jpg/images/Blog12-Olive-Oil-Grades-Red-Graphic-a.jpg --- [![Centra Foods | Simply Authentic](https://www.centrafoods.com/hs-fs/file-339185492-png/images/centra-logo.png?width=487&height=64&name=centra-logo.png "Centra Foods | Simply Authentic")](https://www.centrafoods.com) [Bulk Oil Blog](http://centrafoods.com/blog) # [All About The Olive Oil Grades](https://www.centrafoods.com/blog/all-about-the-olive-oil-grades) Posted by [Hannah Broaddus](https://www.centrafoods.com/blog/author/hannah-broaddus) April 18, 2014 at 7:00 AM ![Olive Oil Grades - Extra Virgin, Pomace, Organic](https://www.centrafoods.com/hs-fs/file-380499974-jpg/images/Blog12-Olive-Oil-Grades-Red-Graphic-a.jpg "Olive Oil Grades - Extra Virgin, Pomace, Organic")If you're sourcing bulk oil, your search will always culminate around what type of oil you decide that you want.  You may be selecting a particular grade of olive oil, or you may decide to go with a different type of oil altogether, like Canola Oil or Safflower Oil.  If you want to get bulk olive oil prices, "What grade would you like?" will be the first question that your supplier will ask you in return.  Here's some basics about the different grades of olive oil (and other oils) so that you can make educated choices. Explore these popular articles: ## [The Grades of Olive Oil: Simple & Clear Definitions](https://www.centrafoods.com/blog/bid/323134/The-Grades-of-Olive-Oil-Clear-and-Simple-Definitions) Learn about each grade of olive oil and how it is made. A simple and straightforward discussion.   ## [Comparing Olive Oil Grades Across the Quality/Price Spectrum](https://www.centrafoods.com/blog/bid/323162/Comparing-Olive-Oil-Grades-Across-the-Quality-Price-Spectrum) How does olive oil compare to soybean oil?  And what's the difference between Pomace and Extra Virgin, in terms of their overall quality?  This visual scale will give you a good idea of how the different types and grades of oils stack up to each other.   ## [Organic vs. Traditional EVOO: What's the Difference?](https://www.centrafoods.com/blog/bid/342520/Organic-EVOO-vs-Traditional-EVOO-What-s-the-Difference) What is the real difference between regular Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil?  A favorite question we get.  We'll explain.   ## [The Differences Between The Olive Oil Grades Pure, Refined & Pomace](https://www.centrafoods.com/blog/bid/323452/The-Differences-Between-the-Olive-Oil-Grades-Pure-Refined-and-Pomace) If you're a manufacturer, it's likely you may be looking at some of the lower olive oil grades available.  Learn the difference between how they're made, what they're best used for and get a price comparison.   ## [3 Reasons To NOT Choose Extra Virgin For Manufacturing](https://www.centrafoods.com/blog/3-reasons-to-not-choose-extra-virgin-olive-oil-for-manufacturing) Now, we love Extra Virgin as much as everybody else does.  But sometimes it's not in a manufacturer's best interest to choose it.  Here's three reasons why-- and the answers surrounding oil quality may surprise you.   ## [The Non-GMO Movement and It's Affect On Bulk Oils](https://www.centrafoods.com/blog/the-non-gmo-movement-and-its-affect-on-bulk-oils) The Non-GMO movement is on fire right now in the natural food industry.  It is the fastest growing store brand claim right now.  If you decide to go Non-GMO, learn what you'll need to do to get your oil ingredients in line.   Want to get information like this delivered to your inbox?  [Subscribe to this blog](https://www.centrafoods.com/centra-foods-blog-subscribe). 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