100% pure and raw S lash Pine (Pinus Elliottii) Oleoresin (aka pine sap) that flows from inside of the tree into our collection bags. This results in a very clean, potent, and unoxidized product. We then squeeze it from the bags into 55 gallon drums and hand pour into containers for your order. As pure as it gets! We harvest from our own network of landowners in our region. We are not a third party or reseller. OwlPine Organics is a family owned operation in Thomasville GA where we produce high quality organic forest products from the pine trees in our area. We are grateful for your business! There is a plethora of uses for Pine Oleoresin. Please do your own research and use pine sap at your own risk and discretion. Pine resin, also known as pine tar or pitch, has a long history of use dating back thousands of years. Here are some historical uses. Waterproofing : One of the earliest and most common uses of pine resin was for waterproofing. It was used to seal boats, barrels, and containers, making them watertight. Medicine : Pine resin was used in traditional medicine by many cultures. It was applied topically to wounds as an antiseptic and to promote healing. It was also ingested or used as an ingredient in medicinal preparations for various ailments. Adhesive : Pine resin was used as an adhesive for attaching feathers to arrows, fletching to shafts, and as a general purpose glue for woodworking and construction. Preservative : Pine resin was used to preserve wood by applying it to surfaces susceptible to decay or insect damage. Incense and Perfume : Pine resin was burned as incense in religious ceremonies and for its pleasant aroma. It was also used as a perfume or air freshener. Chewing Gum : Some Native American tribes chewed on pine resin like gum for its flavor and to freshen breath. Tar and Pitch Production : Pine resin was distilled to produce tar and pitch, which were used in shipbuilding, construction, and as a sealant for roofs and roads. Food : In some cultures, pine resin was used as a food flavoring or additive, imparting a unique taste to dishes. These are just a few examples of the historical uses of pine resin, which have varied widely across different cultures and time periods.