Category:
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients
CAS NO:
N/A
Standard:
In-house Standards,
Arbutin (4-hydroxyphenyl-β-D-glucopyranoside) is a natural phenolic glycoside derived from plants like bearberry. Produced via enzymatic hydrolysis or extraction, it serves as a stable skin-lightening agent. Molecular formula: C12H16O7; CAS No.: 84-54-2.
Long-term high-dose use may cause hepatotoxicity; strictly adhere to cosmetic concentration limits (typically 2%). Store in cool, dry conditions away from direct sunlight to prevent degradation.