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Arbutin, 98+%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Catalog number: L14945.06
5 g, Each
Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Arbutin, 98+%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Catalog number: L14945.06
5 g, Each
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Catalog number: L14945.06
also known as L14945-06
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Chemical Identifiers
CAS
497-76-7
IUPAC Name
2-(hydroxymethyl)-6-(4-hydroxyphenoxy)oxane-3,4,5-triol
Molecular Formula
C12H16O7
InChI Key
BJRNKVDFDLYUGJ-UHFFFAOYNA-N
SMILES
OCC1OC(OC2=CC=C(O)C=C2)C(O)C(O)C1O
Specifications
Specification SheetAppearance (Color)
White to pale cream
Melting Point (clear melt)
196.0-204.0?C
Assay (HPLC)
≥98.0%
Form
Powder
Identification (FTIR)
Conforms
Description
Arbutin, a glycosylated hydroquinone, is used in studies on melanin biosynthesis and as an inhibitor to identify, differentiate and characterize tyrosinase(s). Also used in sed as a skin-lightening agent in cosmetic products.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Applications
Arbutin, a glycosylated hydroquinone, is used in studies on melanin biosynthesis and as an inhibitor to identify, differentiate and characterize tyrosinase(s). Also used in sed as a skin-lightening agent in cosmetic products.
Solubility
Soluble in water (50 mg/ml), methanol and dimethyl sulfoxide.
Notes
Hygroscopic, store away from water/moisture. Store in cool. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Store away from oxidizing agent.
Arbutin, a glycosylated hydroquinone, is used in studies on melanin biosynthesis and as an inhibitor to identify, differentiate and characterize tyrosinase(s). Also used in sed as a skin-lightening agent in cosmetic products.
Solubility
Soluble in water (50 mg/ml), methanol and dimethyl sulfoxide.
Notes
Hygroscopic, store away from water/moisture. Store in cool. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Store away from oxidizing agent.
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