Alpha Arbutin
lpha Arbutin is a high-efficiency skin brightening cosmetic raw material.
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Alpha Arbutin is a high-efficiency skin brightening cosmetic raw material. It effectively inhibits tyrosinase activity in the skin, blocks melanin production, and helps fade pigmentation, dark spots and uneven skin tone. Compared with beta arbutin, alpha arbutin shows stronger inhibitory effect on tyrosinase, with milder irritation and better stability. It is widely used in various whitening and skincare formulations.
Physical & Chemical Properties
- Appearance: White crystalline powder
- CAS No.: 84380-01-8
- Molecular Formula: C₁₂H₁₆O₇
- Solubility: Easily soluble in water, slightly soluble in ethanol
- Stability: Good thermal stability, less prone to hydrolysis under normal cosmetic formulation pH range
Application
- Whitening serums, facial creams, lotions
- Essence masks, toner
- Body brightening care products
- Anti-spot and post-sun repair cosmetics
Recommended Dosage
0.5% – 2% in finished cosmetic products. Higher dosage can be used in professional brightening formulas following safety assessment.
Product Advantages
Powerful tyrosinase inhibition, superior whitening effect than β-arbutin
Low irritation, suitable for most skin types
Excellent water solubility, easy to incorporate into aqueous systems
Stable under normal cosmetic processing conditions
Compliant with cosmetic regulations globally
Product Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Alpha Arbutin |
| CAS Number | 84380-01-8 |
| Category | Nutrition Supplements |
| Grade | Food / Flavor Grade |
| Packaging | 1 kg / 5 kg / 25 kg drum |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Documentation | COA, TDS, MSDS supplied with each shipment |
| Origin | China |
Why Choose Taima Bio
Taima Bio supplies specialty ingredients with defined chemical specifications, full documentation (COA, TDS, MSDS), and reliable international supply. Our products serve food, beverage, confectionery, and flavor formulation customers worldwide, with flexible quantities from laboratory evaluation to commercial-scale packaging.