| Description | α-Arbutin (4-hydroxyphenyl-D-lucopyranoside) is a synthetic and functional active ingredient for skin lightening. |
| Synonyms | 4-hydroxyphenyl-D-lucopyranoside, alpha-Arbutoside, α-熊果苷, alpha-Arbutin |
| molecular weight | 272.25 |
| Molecular formula | C12H16O7 |
| CAS | 84380-01-8 |
| Storage | Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year |
| Solubility | H2O: 100 mg/mL (367 mM), Sonication is recommended. DMSO: 100 mg/mL (367 mM) |
| References | 1. Magnusson, B., et al.: J. Invest. Dermatol., 52, 268 (1969) 2. Goodwin, B., et al.: Contact Dermatitis, 7, 248, (1981) 3. Itoh, M., et al.: J. Dermatol., 9, 223 (1982) |