Place of Origin | China |
Brand Name | Firsky |
Model Number | FS-501-30-4 |
Document | Product Brochure PDF |
Product Name: | Kojic acid |
Synonyms: | 4H-Pyran-4-one, 5-hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)-;4H-Pyran-4-one,5-hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)-;5-hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)-4h-pyran-4-on;kojic;Pyran-4-one, 5-hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl);2-HYDROXYMETHYL-5-HYDROXY-4-PYRONE;5-Hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)-γ-pyrone;Kojic acid |
CAS: | 501-30-4 |
MF: | C6H6O4 |
MW: | 142.11 |
EINECS: | 207-922-4 |
Melting point | 152-155 °C (lit.) |
Boiling point | 179.65°C (rough estimate) |
density | 1.1712 (rough estimate) |
refractive index | 1.4434 (estimate) |
storage temp. | Store below +30°C. |
solubility | DMSO (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly, Sonicated) |
pka | 7.9(at 25℃) |
form | Crystalline Powder |
color | White to beige-brown |
Kojic acid, CAS 501-30-4, is a naturally occurring organic compound with unique antioxidant and light-blocking properties. Due to its beneficial effects on human health and skin care, it is widely used in various industries such as cosmetics, food, and pharmaceuticals. Below is a detailed product description of kojic acid:
Kojic acid is a yellow to brown crystalline powder with a molecular formula of C6H6O3 and a molecular weight of 146.128. Soluble in water and common organic solvents, and has good stability under environmental conditions. Kojic acid is mainly produced by fermentation of various microorganisms, such as Aspergillus and Penicillium mutans.
Kojic acid has been shown to possess multiple pharmacological properties, including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimutagenic activities. It can effectively scavenge free radicals in the body and protect cells from oxidative damage. Kojic acid also inhibits the production of tyrosinase, an enzyme involved in melanin synthesis, making it useful in skin whitening and whitening cosmetics.
In the cosmetics industry, kojic acid is used as a skin lightening agent in creams, lotions, and masks to brighten skin tone and reduce the appearance of dark spots or acne scars. It is also added to sunscreen and other protective products to block UV radiation and prevent skin photoaging.
Kojic acid, CAS 501-30-4, has a wide range of applications, mainly in cosmetics, food, and pharmaceutical industries. Here are some specific applications of kojic acid:
1.Cosmetics: In cosmetics, kojic acid is used as a skin-whitening agent to brighten skin tone and reduce the appearance of dark spots or acne scars. It is added to creams, lotions, and masks to improve skin appearance and enhance beauty. Kojic acid is also used in sunscreens and other protective products to block UV radiation and prevent photoaging of the skin.
2.Food: Kojic acid is used in food as a flavoring agent and antioxidant to improve taste and extend the shelf life of food products. It is added to beverages, jams, jellies, and other food products to give them a more desirable taste and appearance.
3.Pharmaceuticals: Kojic acid has been shown to possess antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimutagenic activities, making it useful in the treatment of various diseases. It is used in topical creams and ointments to treat skin diseases, such as psoriasis and vitiligo, and also oral supplements to enhance general health and well-being.
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