{"product_id":"bulk-valerian-root-extract-powder","title":"Wholesome in bulk™ Valerian Root Extract Powder","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .lp-product-story,\n  .lp-product-story * {\n    box-sizing: border-box;\n  }\n\n  .lp-product-story {\n    --lp-green: #263d34;\n    --lp-green-soft: #eef3ef;\n    --lp-green-line: #d8e3dc;\n    --lp-gold: #aa8b55;\n    --lp-gold-text: #8a6c38;\n    --lp-cream: #faf8f3;\n    --lp-border: #e5e0d6;\n    --lp-text: #323834;\n    --lp-muted: #5f6762;\n    --lp-red: #b32727;\n    --lp-red-dark: #922020;\n    --lp-warn: #b9893e;\n    --lp-warn-bg: #fff8ec;\n    --lp-warn-line: #ecdcbc;\n    --lp-warn-text: #7a5a22;\n    --lp-radius: 6px;\n    --lp-gap: 20px;\n    --lp-pad: 56px;\n\n    \/* Type scale: five sizes only *\/\n    --lp-fs-xs: 13px;\n    --lp-fs-sm: 15px;\n    --lp-fs-md: 17px;\n    --lp-fs-h2: clamp(26px, 2.6vw, 34px);\n    --lp-fs-xl: clamp(30px, 3.6vw, 44px);\n\n    width: 100%;\n    max-width: none;\n    margin: 36px 0 0;\n    color: var(--lp-text);\n    font-size: var(--lp-fs-md);\n    --lp-fs: var(--lp-fs-md);\n    line-height: 1.75;\n  }\n\n  .lp-product-story h2,\n  .lp-product-story h3,\n  .lp-product-story p {\n    margin-top: 0;\n  }\n\n  .lp-product-story h2,\n  .lp-product-story h3 {\n    text-wrap: balance;\n  }\n\n  .lp-product-story {\n    font-variant-numeric: lining-nums;\n  }\n\n  \/* Theme guard. 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20px 24px;\n    }\n\n    .lp-cta-wrap:before {\n      -webkit-mask-image: linear-gradient(180deg, #000000 0%, transparent 40%);\n      mask-image: linear-gradient(180deg, #000000 0%, transparent 40%);\n    }\n\n    .lp-cta-button {\n      max-width: 100%;\n      min-height: 54px;\n      padding: 14px 20px;\n    }\n\n    .lp-cta-wrap .lp-bulk-notice {\n      margin-top: 24px;\n    }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"lp-product-story\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- INTRODUCTION --\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"lp-intro\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"lp-eyebrow\"\u003eWholesome in bulk™ Premium Ingredients\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eBulk Valerian Root Extract for Supplement Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eValerian root extract is a dry powder made from the root of \u003cem\u003eValeriana officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e L., a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It is usually standardized to valerenic acids, measured by HPLC. We supply it in bulk to supplement brands, contract manufacturers, and formulators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- AT A GLANCE --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"lp-specifications lp-glance\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-spec\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-spec-label\"\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-spec-value\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eValeriana officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e L.\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-spec\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-spec-label\"\u003ePlant part\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-spec-value\"\u003eRoot\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-spec\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-spec-label\"\u003eTypical grade\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-spec-value\"\u003eNLT 0.8% total valerenic acids (HPLC)\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-spec\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-spec-label\"\u003ePack sizes\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-spec-value\"\u003e5 lb, 11 lb, 25 lb, and 55 lb\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- KEY CHARACTERISTICS --\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"lp-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-section-header\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-eyebrow\"\u003eWhy Valerian Root Extract\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eA root extract specified by valerenic acids, ratio, and odor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eValerian root extract is specified by its valerenic acid content, its extract ratio, and its odor profile. When all three match on every COA, you can compare lots and suppliers on the same terms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-benefits\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"lp-benefit\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eDefined species and part\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eValeriana officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e L. root is the standard source for commercial extract. Other \u003cem\u003eValeriana\u003c\/em\u003e species are traded too, so the species belongs on every specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"lp-benefit\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eValerenic acids as markers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eValerenic acid and two related compounds, acetoxyvalerenic acid and hydroxyvalerenic acid, are the markers most specs name. All three are sesquiterpenic acids measured by HPLC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"lp-benefit\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eA USP reference\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe USP monograph for Powdered Valerian Extract describes a hydroalcoholic extract at a 4:1 to 7:1 ratio. It sets NLT 0.3% valerenic acid and NLT 0.6% total valerenic acids on an anhydrous basis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"lp-benefit\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eCommon market grades\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eListings offer 0.4% and 0.8% grades by HPLC, and some go higher. Ask whether the figure is valerenic acid alone or total valerenic acids, because the two are reported differently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"lp-benefit\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eA strong natural odor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eValerian root has a strong, characteristic odor that carries into the extract. Some suppliers sell deodorized grades for formulas where odor matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"lp-benefit\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eFine, light brown powder\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eSpec sheets describe a light brown fine powder with NLT 95% through a 200 to 300 micron sieve. Many grades are dried onto maltodextrin at up to 30%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- FORMULATION APPLICATIONS --\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"lp-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-formulation-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-eyebrow\"\u003eFormulation Uses\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eWhere formulators use valerian root extract\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThis extract fits measured formats where fill weight and serving size are controlled, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"lp-formulations\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eCapsules\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eCoated tablets\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eSoftgels, after suspension and stability trials\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eMultiple ingredient botanical blends\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eStick packs and sachets, after odor and taste trials\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003ePrivate label programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"lp-highlight\"\u003ePlan fill weights from the confirmed assay on each COA. A 0.4% grade and a 0.8% grade are not interchangeable gram for gram, and carrier levels up to 30% change the math too. Recalculate whenever you change grade, ratio, or supplier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- COMMERCIAL BUYER REVIEW --\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"lp-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-quality-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-eyebrow\"\u003eWhat Commercial Buyers Should Review\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eWhat to check before you buy valerian root extract\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"lp-quality-intro\"\u003eTwo powders sold as 0.8% valerian extract can differ in which acids they count, extract ratio, carrier, and odor. Review these points together, and ask for lot documents before you approve a supplier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"lp-quality-grid\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-quality-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eSpecies and plant part\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eConfirm \u003cem\u003eValeriana officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e L. root on the specification and the certificate of analysis (COA). Other species, such as the Himalayan \u003cem\u003eValeriana jatamansi\u003c\/em\u003e, are traded in the same markets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-quality-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eIdentity fingerprint\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eAn HPLC or HPTLC fingerprint against a reference root confirms the species. Published multiwavelength HPLC fingerprints can pick up as little as 5% of a related herb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-quality-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eWhich acids are counted\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eAsk whether the grade counts valerenic acid alone or total valerenic acids. Also ask whether results are on an anhydrous or as is basis, as the USP uses the anhydrous basis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-quality-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eRatio, solvent, and carrier\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eThe USP extract is hydroalcoholic at a 4:1 to 7:1 ratio. Some commercial grades run 8 to 10:1 with up to 30% maltodextrin, so confirm all three for each lot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-quality-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eOdor and deodorized grades\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eAsk for an odor description and whether the grade is deodorized. Keep a retained sample from your approved lot so you can compare odor on each new delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-quality-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eContaminant limits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eCheck heavy metals by ICP-MS, microbial limits by USP methods, pesticide residues, and residual ethanol. Compare each limit with your own finished product specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"lp-buyer-note\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLabel math:\u003c\/strong\u003e If your label lists valerenic acids per serving, say whether the figure is valerenic acid or total valerenic acids. Keep that choice the same from lot to lot. Base the number on each lot's measured assay and your own finished product testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SPECIFICATION --\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"lp-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-quality-wrap lp-spec-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-eyebrow\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eTypical specification for valerian root extract\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"lp-quality-intro\"\u003eThese values reflect the common 0.8% valerenic acid grade. Final figures come from the specification sheet and COA for your lot. NLT means not less than, and NMT means not more than.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"lp-spec-table-wrap\"\u003e\n        \u003ctable class=\"lp-spec-table\"\u003e\n          \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eMethod\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n          \u003ctbody\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBotanical source\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eValeriana officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e L., root\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHPTLC or HPLC fingerprint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAppearance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight brown fine powder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVisual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOdor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCharacteristic, or deodorized grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrganoleptic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eValerenic acid\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNLT 0.3%, anhydrous basis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHPLC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTotal valerenic acids\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNLT 0.8%, sum of valerenic, acetoxyvalerenic, and hydroxyvalerenic acids\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHPLC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eExtraction solvent\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEthanol and water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplier declaration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative extract ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4:1 to 7:1, or as declared on the COA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplier declaration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCarrier\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaltodextrin, 0 to 30%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplier declaration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eParticle size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNLT 95% through 200 microns\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSP \u0026lt;786\u0026gt;\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLoss on drying\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNMT 5.0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSP \u0026lt;731\u0026gt;\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eResidual ethanol\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNMT 5,000 ppm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGC headspace, USP \u0026lt;467\u0026gt;\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLead\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNMT 3.0 ppm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eICP-MS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eArsenic\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNMT 1.0 ppm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eICP-MS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCadmium\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNMT 1.0 ppm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eICP-MS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMercury\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNMT 0.1 ppm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eICP-MS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTotal aerobic count\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNMT 10,000 cfu\/g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSP \u0026lt;2021\u0026gt;\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYeast and mold\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNMT 500 cfu\/g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSP \u0026lt;2021\u0026gt;\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eE. coli and Salmonella\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNegative in 1 g and 25 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSP \u0026lt;2022\u0026gt;\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePesticide residues\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMeets USP \u0026lt;561\u0026gt;\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGC-MS and LC-MS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eShelf life\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 months, unopened\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStability data\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n        \u003c\/table\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- STORAGE AND HANDLING --\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"lp-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-storage-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-eyebrow\"\u003eStorage \u0026amp; Handling\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eStorage and handling for bulk valerian extract\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"lp-storage-intro\"\u003eValerian extract is sensitive to moisture, which can change its flow and loss on drying. These habits help you keep quality steady across several production runs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"lp-storage-grid\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-storage-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eKeep it sealed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eClose the inner liner after each use and press out the air. The extract picks up moisture from the air and can cake when left open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-storage-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eStore cool and dry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eKeep bags off the floor in a dry room, away from heat sources. Follow the temperature range on the spec sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-storage-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eContain the odor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eStore bags in a closed outer container, apart from ingredients that can take on odors. Valerian's smell travels and can transfer to open powders nearby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-storage-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eRotate stock\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eRecord the lot number and retest date for each bag. Send older lots to production first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- BUYER FAQ --\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"lp-section lp-faq\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-section-header\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-eyebrow\"\u003eBuyer FAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eValerian root extract buyer FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eQuick answers to the questions procurement and quality teams ask most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-faq-list\"\u003e\n      \u003cdetails class=\"lp-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is valerian root extract standardized to?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eValerian root extract is usually standardized to valerenic acids, measured by HPLC. Common grades are 0.4% and 0.8%. The USP monograph for Powdered Valerian Extract sets NLT 0.3% valerenic acid and NLT 0.6% total valerenic acids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails class=\"lp-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between valerenic acid and total valerenic acids?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eValerenic acid is a single compound, while total valerenic acids also count acetoxyvalerenic and hydroxyvalerenic acids. On the same lot, the total reads higher than valerenic acid alone. Ask which figure your COA reports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails class=\"lp-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy does valerian extract smell so strong?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eValerian root has a strong natural odor, and the extract keeps much of it. Some suppliers offer deodorized grades. Coated tablets, capsules, and sealed packaging keep the odor contained in finished products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails class=\"lp-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat extract ratio does the USP describe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe USP monograph describes a hydroalcoholic extract made at 4 to 7 parts root to 1 part extract. Commercial grades outside that range exist, such as 8 to 10:1 on a maltodextrin carrier. Confirm the native ratio on your spec sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails class=\"lp-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat documents can I get with an order?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eA certificate of analysis (COA) and a specification sheet ship with every order. An allergen statement and a safety data sheet may also be available, depending on the lot in inventory. Contact us to request them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails class=\"lp-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I get a sample before a bulk order?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eYou can request one by choosing sample options on the quote form. We will confirm availability, size, and timing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails class=\"lp-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow should I store an opened bag?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eClose the liner, press out the air, and keep the bag in a cool, dry place inside a closed outer container. Use the powder within the shelf life shown on the COA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- CALL TO ACTION --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"lp-cta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"lp-eyebrow\"\u003eBulk Valerian Root Extract\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eRequest a quote for bulk valerian root extract\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"lp-cta-copy\"\u003eTell us your valerenic acid grade, ratio, odor preference, quantity, and timing. We will reply with current pricing. Select testing documents and sample options on the quote form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"#\" class=\"lp-cta-button\" aria-label=\"Return to the top of the page to order Valerian\" onclick=\"window.scrollTo({ top: 0, behavior: 'smooth' }); return false;\"\u003eOrder Valerian Root Extract\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"lp-bulk-notice\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBulk orders:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose a pack size above, or use the quote form for larger volumes, testing documents, and sample options. We serve supplement brands, contract manufacturers, product developers, and formulators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"lp-disclaimer\"\u003eThis bulk ingredient is sold for further manufacturing and formulation. The information on this page describes the ingredient and how commercial buyers evaluate it. It is not medical advice. 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