Valeriana Officinalis (Valerian Root) Extract Plant
Mechotech’s Valeriana Officinalis Extract Plant is engineered for the efficient extraction of valerenic acids, volatile oils, and other sedative compounds from Valerian root—a herb widely used in traditional and modern medicine for its calming, anxiolytic, and sleep-inducing properties. Our plant design ensures low-temperature operation to preserve heat-sensitive essential oils and maximize bioactive retention for pharmaceutical-grade output.
Raw Material Used
- Cleaned, dried roots of Valeriana officinalis
- Crushed or powdered for optimal surface exposure
Extraction Methods
- Solvent Used: Ethanol, hydroalcoholic solution, or supercritical CO₂ (optional)
- Type: Maceration, percolation, or CO₂ extraction
- Temperature Range: 40°C – 60°C (preserves volatile compounds)
- Duration: 6–10 hours depending on method
Post-Extraction Processing
- Drying Options: Vacuum drying, spray drying
- Final Form: Thick paste, powdered extract, or oil (if essential oil extracted)
- Standardization: Typically standardized to 0.8% valerenic acid
Applications
- Pharmaceuticals: Herbal sleep aids, anti-anxiety and stress-relief tablets
- Nutraceuticals: Sleep and relaxation supplements
- Cosmetics: Calming skin formulations, bath oils
- Aromatherapy: Essential oil for diffusers and relaxation blends
Plant Features
- SS316L contact parts to ensure product safety
- Vacuum-assisted evaporation to protect thermolabile constituents
- Optional integration with essential oil distillation unit
- SCADA/PLC automation for controlled repeatability
- Flame-proof electricals for ethanol handling
Utilities Required
- Steam generation or electrical heating
- Vacuum pump and chilling unit
- Solvent recovery system
- Optional supercritical CO₂ module for solvent-free extraction
