Valerian Root Extract
Part of our Herbal Extracts range, manufactured and exported by Arizone International LLP.
Valerian Root Extract is a concentrated powder made from the roots and rhizomes of Valeriana officinalis, a tall flowering herb native to Europe and Asia. It is standardised to valerenic acids and is one of the best-known herbal ingredients for sleep and relaxation products.
Arizone International supplies Valerian Root Extract to supplement brands, herbal medicine makers, tea companies and private label businesses.
About Valerian
Valeriana officinalis grows in damp meadows and woodlands across Europe and parts of Asia, and it is cultivated mainly in Europe (the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany and Eastern Europe) and China. It has clusters of small, sweet-smelling pink or white flowers, but its dried roots have a strong, earthy smell that many people find unpleasant, caused by isovaleric acid. Valerian has been used since ancient Greece and Rome, and it is still one of the most popular herbal sleep aids in Europe. In India, a related species, Valeriana jatamansi (tagar), grows in the Himalayas and is used in Ayurveda.
How Valerian Root Extract Is Made
Dried roots are extracted with water-ethanol. The extract is concentrated at low temperature and dried into a light brown powder with the characteristic valerian smell. Gentle processing helps protect the valerenic acids and volatile compounds.
Standardisation Options
- Valerenic Acids 0.8%The most widely used grade, measured by HPLC.
- Valerenic Acids 1% to 2%Concentrated grades.
- Ratio ExtractsSuch as 4:1 to 7:1, matching European herbal medicine specifications.
Key Compounds
- Valerenic Acid and DerivativesIncluding acetoxyvalerenic and hydroxyvalerenic acid, the main quality markers.
- ValepotriatesUnstable compounds that break down during drying and storage.
- Essential Oil ComponentsSuch as bornyl acetate and valerenal.
- Isovaleric AcidResponsible for the strong smell.
Applications
- Sleep support supplements
- Relaxation blends with hops, lemon balm, passion flower or chamomile
- Capsules, tablets and gummies
- Herbal teas and night-time drinks
- Traditional herbal medicines, where registered
- Private label sleep ranges
Traditional Use and Research
The European Medicines Agency recognises valerian root as a herbal medicine for mild nervous tension and sleep problems. Clinical studies have shown mixed results for sleep quality. These are regulatory and research facts, not claims for a specific product.
Safety
Valerian may cause drowsiness, so users should not drive or operate machinery after taking it, or combine it with alcohol or sedatives. It is not recommended during pregnancy, breastfeeding or for young children.
Quality Parameters
- Species identity (Valeriana officinalis root)
- Valerenic acid content by HPLC
- Loss on drying, ash and solubility
- Residual solvents, microbiological limits and heavy metals
- Pesticide residues
Packaging and Storage
Valerian Root Extract is supplied in 25 kg fibre drums with double food-grade liners, or in 1 kg and 5 kg aluminium foil bags. Store it in a cool, dry place in tightly closed packs, as the smell can transfer to other products.
Why Choose Arizone International?
We are an India-based manufacturer, supplier and exporter of herbal extracts and supplements, located in Daman near Gujarat. We supply Valerian Root Extract with COA, HPLC reports and full export documentation, and we also make finished capsules.
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Specifications
- Category
- Herbal Extracts
- Physical Form
- Fine powder – standardised or ratio extract
- Grade Options
- Food / Nutraceutical / Cosmetic grade
- Packaging
- 25 kg fibre or HDPE drums with double food-grade PE liners; 1 kg and 5 kg aluminium foil bags
- Country of Origin
- India
- Shelf Life
- 24 months in original sealed packing
- Storage Conditions
- Cool (below 25°C), dry place, protected from light and moisture
Applications
- Sleep support supplements
- Relaxation blends with hops, lemon balm or passion flower
- Herbal teas and night-time drinks
- Herbal medicines where permitted
- Private label sleep ranges
Compliance
It is commonly standardised to 0.8% valerenic acids, measured by HPLC.
Yes. Valerian has a strong, earthy smell from isovaleric acid, so it is usually used in capsules or tablets.
It is used in sleep and relaxation supplements, often with hops, lemon balm or passion flower.
Yes — ideal for private-label manufacturers, contract manufacturers and supplement companies formulating herbal, nutraceutical and dietary supplement products.
Yes, we can fulfil commercial order requirements for Valerian Root Extract worldwide.
We export Valerian Root Extract from India to buyers in the USA, the UK, the EU, the Middle East, Australia and 40+ other countries. Orders ship by sea or air on EXW, FOB, CIF or DAP terms, with a certificate of analysis and a certificate of origin.
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