Naturex Organic Valerian Root PE 0.8 % Valerinic acids HPLC (ECN84905)

Identification & Functionality

Active Component

Valerenic Acid

Ingredient Name

Valerian Roots Extract Powder

Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions

Phytochemical,

Supplement

Technologies

Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals

Product Families

Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals — Nutraceuticals & Supplements

Phytochemicals & Plant Extracts,

Supplements & Functional Ingredients

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims

Allergen-free,

BSE-free,

Halal,

Kosher,

Natural,

Naturally Derived,

Non-GMO,

Not Tested on Animals,

Organic,

TSE-free,

Vegan,

Vegetarian

Food Ingredients Features

Spray Dried

Applications & Uses

Markets

Food & Nutrition

Applications

Food & Nutrition — Nutrition & Well Being

Nutraceuticals & Supplements

Food & Nutrition Applications

Dietary Supplements

Properties

Physical Form

Powder

Appearance

Brown to dark brown powder

Soluble in

Water

Typical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Native Extract Ratio	3-6/1	—	—

Parameters for Positive Release

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Particles <40 Mesh (400 micron)	min. 95	%	Sieve (CQ-MO-023)
Ethanol	max. 5,000	mg/kg	GC (CQ-MO-168)
Yeasts and Molds	max. 100	per gram	ISO 21527: 2008
Arsenic	max. 3.00	mg/kg	—
Cadmium	max. 1.00	mg/kg	—
Mercury	max. 0.1	mg/kg	—
Lead	max. 3	mg/kg	—
Heavy Metal	max. 10.00	mg/kg	—
Bile-tolerant Gram-negative Bacteria	max. 100	per gram	ISO 21528-2: 2017 without confirmation
Bulk Density	0.30 - 0.70	g/ml	Graduated cylinder (LAB-024)
Loss on Drying	max. 8	%	Oven (LAB-009)
Total Plate Count	max. 10,000	per gram	ISO 4833-1: 2013
Valerenic Acid	min.0.80	%	HPLC (CQ-MO-099)

Parameters not Routinely Tested

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Escherichia coli	Negative	per gram	ISO 7251: 2005
Aflatoxine B1	max. 5	μg/kg	—
Salmonella	Negative	/25g	ISO 6579-1 2017
Coliforms	max. 10	per gram	ISO 4832: 2006
Conjoitly aflatoxine B1,B2,G1,G2	max. 10	μg/kg	—

Compositional Analysis

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Organic Natural Extract	74 - 79	wt %	—
Organic Corn Maltodextrin	22 - 44	wt %	—
Silicon dioxide	0 - 2	wt %	—

Note

• Micro Testing Principles Limits guaranteed, selected microbiological parameters are monitored.
• Heavy metals Conform to regulatory requirements.

Equivalence Statement

1 kg of product is made from an average of 3.0 kg of dry valerian roots.

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

EU Compliant,

FDA 21 CFR Regulations,

FDA Compliant,

FFDCA,

GMP,

Halal,

Kosher,

Organic Certified,

The Food Allergen Labeling & Consumer Protection Act of 2004 (FALCPA),

USDA NOP Certified

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Bags,

Boxes

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life

730 Days

Storage Conditions

Store in dry, preferably full, hermetically sealed, Ambient / 10-30°C (50-85°F) and protect against light.