Kojic acid

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Cat Number

CIA501304

CAS Number

501-30-4

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Product Detail

CAS Number

501-30-4

EINECS

207-922-4

Storage

Store below +30℃.

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

Description

Kojic acid is a skin-lightening agent that acts through anti-oxidant activity.

Molecular Formula

C6H6O4

Molecular Weight

142.11

Appearance

Crystalline Powder

Melting Point

152-155 ℃ (lit.)

Boiling Point

179.65℃ (rough estimate)