| Description | Arbutin (p-Arbutin)(β-Arbutin) is a glycosylated hydroquinone extracted from the bearberry plant in the genus Arctostaphylos and can inhibit tyrosinase and thus prevent the formation of melanin. |
| Target activity | Tyrosinase:1.09 mM |
| Synonyms | Uva,p-Arbutin, p-Arbutin, 熊果苷, β-Arbutin |
| molecular weight | 272.25 |
| Molecular formula | C12H16O7 |
| CAS | 497-76-7 |
| Storage | Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year |
| Solubility | Ethanol: < 1 mg/mL (insoluble or slightly soluble) DMSO: 100 mg/mL (367 mM) H2O: 100 mg/mL (367 mM), Sonication is recommended. |
| References | 1. O'Donoghue, J L. Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2006, 5(3): 196–203. |