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What natural and purity claims can I legally make for this valerian root oil?
Safe claims: 100% pure, natural, T/CAFFCI 70-2023 food-additive grade, Guizhou/Yunnan origin, camphene+bornyl acetate GC markers. Avoid disease/treatment claims and uncertified 'organic'.
Is this valerian root oil 100% natural and undiluted?
100% pure undiluted Valeriana root oil; no synthetic additives/carriers; GC-MS fingerprint (camphene 9–29%, bornyl acetate 21–41%) per T/CAFFCI 70-2023 on every batch; SFE-CO2 verified solvent-free.
What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for this valerian root oil?
Sample 100g, trial 1kg, production 5-25kg, bulk 25-180kg drums, contract 500kg+; premium/certified/custom lines have higher MOQs; sample fees credited.
What are the main applications of this valerian root oil?
Fragrance 0.1-1%, aromatherapy low drops, personal care 0.1-1.5%, candles 1-3%, flavouring 0.5-10 mg/kg; TCM Zhi Zhu Xiang concept; extreme tenacity; dual food/cosmetic compliance.
Which loading ports and Incoterms are available for this valerian root oil?
Ports: Shanghai, Ningbo, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Qingdao + Eurasia rail; Incoterms 2020 EXW/FOB/CFR/CIF/DAP/DDP; ships as non-DG; freight comparison provided.
Which key aromatic and active compounds does this valerian root oil contain?
Camphene 9–29% + bornyl acetate 21–41% (T/CAFFCI 70-2023); valeranone (signature); valerenic acids (GABA modulator, USP ≥0.05%/EP ≥0.17%); V. jatamansi lacks valerenic acid; bornyl acetate purifiable to 77.46%.
What is the INCI name and how should this valerian root oil be labelled?
INCI: VALERIANA OFFICINALIS ROOT OIL; V. officinalis L. / V. jatamansi Jones; dried rhizomes/roots; steam or CO₂; CAS 8008-89-5; dilute-before-use + sedative-avoidance warnings.
How does IFRA 51st and the EU allergen rule apply to this valerian root oil?
Camphene/bornyl acetate not EU classic allergens; trace linalool/limonene possible per GC-MS; IFRA usage limits apply per category; no phototoxicity.
What is the HS code for this valerian root oil and which documents are needed for customs clearance?
HS 3301.29 (non-citrus essential oils); China 3301 29 9110 typical; docs: invoice, packing list, B/L, CO, COA, SDS + import licence as required; verify code per destination.