Molecular Formula: C₁₅H₂₆O
Molar mass: 222.37 g/mol
EINECS: 232-501-7
Density: 0.942-0.984 g/cm³
Flash Point: 44°C
Index of Refraction: 1.4860-1.5025
Product categories of Valerian root oil (8008-88-6): Nutraceuticals
Structure of Valerian root oil (8008-88-6):
                        

China GB 2760-96 allows Valerian root oil (8008-88-6) to be used as edible spices. It is mainly used for making beer, cider and other flavors.

 Valerian root oil (8008-88-6) can be derived with roots and rhizomes of Valeriana officinalis by steam distillation. Yield of 0.2% ~ 0.6%.

Reported in EPA TSCA Inventory.

Low toxicity by ingestion. When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating vapors.

 Valerian root oil (8008-88-6) also can be called Valerian oil ; Valeriana officinalis oil .It has a special aroma like costas, paste incense,and musk.