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Arbutin
Catalog No. | PI0014 |
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CAS No. | 497-76-7 |
Molecular Formula | C12H16O7 |
Molecular Weight | 272.25 |
Purity | 99.5% HPLC |
Package | 25 kg/drum |
Botanical Source | synthetic |
Appearance | White powder |
Storage | Stored in cool and dry places, protected from direct sunlight and heat. |
Shelf Life | 2 years |
Note: This arbutin can also be used as reference standards. You can find it under the category of Reference Substance at Herbalext.com. |
Safety Tips of Arbutin
Handling of arbutin should only be performed by personnel trained and familiar with handling of potent active pharmaceutical ingredients. Moderate to severe irritant to the skin and eyes.
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Related Applications
Whitening
In some cultures, snow-white skin is considered a sign of beauty, and many women resort to lightening creams that can have destructive side effects. Many chemicals from nature could whiten your skin via inhibiting melanin production, such as alpha-arbutin, beta-arbutin, and deoxyarbutin etc.
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