Valerian Root Extract Powder

Valerian Root Extract Powder is a natural extract derived from the high-quality roots of Valeriana officinalis. It contains a matrix of bioactive compounds, including Valerenic acids, volatile oils, and iridoids, and is widely utilized across the nutraceutical industry.

Raw Material Security: Long-term GAP-certified cultivation contracts guarantee a steady supply of premium, pesticide-free, identity-verified raw roots, preventing seasonal market shortages.

Industrial-Scale Output: Multi-ton continuous counter-current extraction and industrial spray-drying lines deliver an annual output exceeding 1,500 metric tons.

Batch Consistency: PLC-controlled extraction tanks support a 5-metric-ton capacity per single run, enabling large single-lot production to minimize the client's QA/QC re-testing burden.

Authenticity Testing: We utilize High-Performance Thin-Layer Chromatography (HPTLC) fingerprinting to verify true Valeriana officinalis species origin, completely ruling out adulteration with cheaper plant variants.

Assay Verification: Every shipment is accompanied by a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) documenting exact Valerenic Acid assays (>= 0.8%) measured via HPLC.

Pesticide & Solvent Screening: We use GC-MS/MS to verify that the raw material is 100% free from chlorinated pesticide residues and compliant with the strictest European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) and US FDA thresholds.

Heavy Metal Monitoring: Tested via ICP-MS to guarantee compliance with California Proposition 65 (Lead <= 0.5 ppm, Mercury <= 0.1 ppm).

1–3 kg: Double-layer, moisture-proof aluminum foil bags with heat-sealed closures.

1–20 kg: Sealed food-grade PE inner bags securely packed inside heavy-duty, double-wall corrugated master cartons.

10–30 kg: Food-grade HDPE plastic drums or fiber drums fitted with internal vacuum-sealed linings and moisture-absorbent desiccant packs.

Standard Items: Dispatch within 5 to 7 working days (leveraging our extensive off-the-shelf bulk ingredient inventory).

Nonstandard Items: Dispatch within 15 to 20 working days (including customized particle mesh sizing, specialized premixes/blends, or custom-labeled private packaging).

Global Logistics Support: We support standard international shipping terms including FOB, CIF, DAP, and DDP, coordinating with top-tier freight forwarders for temperature-controlled air cargo, ocean freight, or express courier services (DHL/FedEx/UPS).

Note: Actual dispatch timelines vary based on specific formulation requirements, custom mesh sizing, and total lot sizes.

Verified Chromatographic Purity: Every batch is authenticated via HPTLC against Valeriana officinalis reference standards, guaranteeing 100% natural origin with zero synthetic spiking or botanical adulteration.

Guaranteed Active Stability: Advanced micro-stabilization processing ensures active valerenic acid assays remain at or above >= 0.8% throughout a 24-month shelf life, eliminating potency degradation.

Optimized Organoleptic Profile: Our specialized refining isolates and removes pungent, volatile top-note odors while fully retaining therapeutic compounds, reducing flavor-masking costs in finished formulations.

Strict Contaminant Mitigation: Sourced from GAP-compliant cultivation zones to eliminate soil-borne hazards, ensuring compliance with global safety thresholds for heavy metals, pesticides, and PAHs.

Industrial-Grade Uniformity: Automated blending delivers an identical light-brown hue and a uniform 80-mesh particle structure, ensuring consistent capsule fill weights and seamless high-speed manufacturing.

Q: Valerian Root is known for its distinct, pungent aroma. How do you manage this for shipping and processing?

A: The strong aroma is a natural indicator of active volatile oils. To manage this during transit and storage, our bulk packaging features heavy-duty, vacuum-sealed double-PE linings inside foil bags or sealed drums. This completely isolates the odor until opened on your production line.

Q: Do you offer custom standardization ratios, such as a 4:1 or 10:1 extract?

A: Yes. While our primary product is standardized to 0.8% Valerenic Acid (the standard for clinical efficacy), we can produce custom ratio extracts (e.g., 4:1, 10:1) or custom active concentrations for volume OEM orders to fit your specific blueprint.

Q: What extraction solvents are used in your manufacturing process?

A: We utilize a clean, eco-friendly solvent mixture of food-grade grain ethanol and purified water. We do not use methanol, acetone, or chlorinated solvents, ensuring that our residual solvent levels consistently test at "ND" (Non-Detectable), well below USP and EP guidelines.

Q: How can we obtain a sample for our QA lab and trial encapsulation run?

A: We provide free testing samples (typically 50g to 100g) to verified commercial businesses, brands, and contract manufacturers. Simply contact our sales department with your company details and your courier account number (FedEx/DHL) to arrange immediate dispatch.

Please contact Chris@lekonviabio.com for a quote and samples.