α-Arbutin is an anomer of glycosylated hydroquinone and natural arbutin. It is a potent inhibitor of tyrosinase, an important enzyme involved in epidermal melanin biosynthesis.
| Alias | α-Arbutin; 4-Hydrobenzoquinone-α-D-Glucopyranoside |
| English name | α-Arbutin |
| Molecular formula | C12H16O7 |
| Structural formula |
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| CAS number | 84380-01-8 |
| Molecular weight | 272.25 |
| Appearance | White powder |
| Solubility | Soluble in water |
| Preservation method | Store at room temperature, sealed, dry and protected from light |
| Content | ≥99% |
| Shelf life | 24 months |
It has a whitening effect and is widely used in the cosmetics industry.
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