Kojic acid

Kojic acid API

Kojic acid works by blocking tyrosine from forming, which then prevents melanin production. Decreased melanin production may have a lightening effect on the skin. Kojic acid is most commonly used in cosmetic products, such as creams, lotions, and serums.

Kojic acid API

Cas No :	501-30-4
Name :	Kojic acid
Synonyms :	5-Hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)-4H-pyran-4-one
Molecular Formula :	C6H6O4
Melting Point :	152 °C
Boiling Point :	401.7±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Molecular Weight :	142.11 g/mol
Density :	1.5±0.1 g/cm3
Solubility :	Readily soluble in water, ethanol, and acetone; sparingly soluble in ether, ethyl acetate, chloroform, and pyridine; and difficultly soluble in most other liquids.

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KOJIC ACID contains 'Kojic acid' is a skin-lighting agent used to treat skin problems like acne scars, melasma, hyperpigmentation, and photoaging. It also used to treat freckles (small brown spots on the skin), age spots, and chloasma (darkened skin caused by hormonal changes).

Kojic acid

Kojic acid API

Kojic acid API

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