Acme-Hardesty is a major marketer and distributor of a wide variety of vegetable oil- and animal fat-based oleochemicals, flavor and fragrance chemicals and other industrial chemical products throughout the United States. Acme-Hardesty sources from many parts of the World and maintains close relationships with suppliers in Asia, South America, The Middle East, Europe, and the United States.  Since 1942, Acme-Hardesty has been an accredited supplier to numerous demanding customers of all sizes. Acme-Hardesty, with its financial strength, well-established sources of supply and experienced personnel, represents quality, value, reliability and personal service. Acme-Hardesty maintains inventories in strategic locations throughout the U.S. allowing for immediate response to customers' requirements. Whether a product originates in Mumbai or Pasir Gudang, it is in stock for prompt delivery.  Acme-Hardesty Co. is a division of Jacob Stern & Sons, Inc., a privately held agri-products company with headquarters in Santa Barbara, California. Jacob Stern & Sons, Inc. was founded in 1857 and has been continually owned and managed by Jacob Stern's descendents. The company is known throughout the world in the agri-business community for its stability and long-standing trade relationships. Acme-Hardesty has also received numerous industry awards.  .