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Catalog Number:
21857
CAS Number:
501-30-4
Acide kojique
Purity:
≥ 99 % (dosage)
Synonym(s):
2-hydroxyméthyl-5-hydroxy-1,4-pyrone, 5-hydroxy-2-hydroxyméthyl-pyran-4-one
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Product Information

L'acide kojique peut être utilisé sur les fruits coupés pour prévenir le brunissement oxydatif, dans les fruits de mer pour préserver les couleurs rose et rouge, et dans les cosmétiques pour éclaircir la peau. À titre d'exemple, il est utilisé pour traiter les maladies de la peau comme le mélasme.

Synonyms
2-hydroxyméthyl-5-hydroxy-1,4-pyrone, 5-hydroxy-2-hydroxyméthyl-pyran-4-one
CAS Number
501-30-4
Purity
≥ 99 % (dosage)
Molecular Formula
C6H6O4
Molecular Weight
142.11
MDL Number
MFCD00006580
PubChem ID
3840
Melting Point
190 - 192 °C (lit.)
Appearance
Poudre cristalline blanc cassé à blanche
Optical Rotation
[a] D 20 = 20,5 - 21,5 °
Mesh Size
100% jusqu'à 80 mesh
Conditions
Conserver à 0 - 8 °C
General Information
Synonyms
2-hydroxyméthyl-5-hydroxy-1,4-pyrone, 5-hydroxy-2-hydroxyméthyl-pyran-4-one
CAS Number
501-30-4
Purity
≥ 99 % (dosage)
Molecular Formula
C6H6O4
Molecular Weight
142.11
MDL Number
MFCD00006580
PubChem ID
3840
Melting Point
190 - 192 °C (lit.)
Appearance
Poudre cristalline blanc cassé à blanche
Optical Rotation
[a] D 20 = 20,5 - 21,5 °
Mesh Size
100% jusqu'à 80 mesh
Conditions
Conserver à 0 - 8 °C
Properties
Additional property information coming soon!
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Safety and Regulations
Hazmat
Non
Antibiotic
Non
DEA-regulated
Non
Warnings
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Applications

Kojic acid is widely utilized in research focused on

  • Cosmetics: Kojic acid is a popular ingredient in skin lightening products due to its ability to inhibit melanin production, helping to reduce dark spots and hyperpigmentation.
  • Food Preservation: It serves as a natural preservative in food products, effectively preventing the growth of harmful bacteria and fungi, thus extending shelf life.
  • Pharmaceuticals: In the pharmaceutical industry, it is used for its antioxidant properties, which can help in formulating products aimed at reducing oxidative stress in cells.
  • Biotechnology: Researchers utilize kojic acid in various biochemical assays and experiments, particularly in studies related to enzyme inhibition and metabolic pathways.
  • Agriculture: Kojic acid is being explored as a natural fungicide, providing an eco-friendly alternative to synthetic chemicals for protecting crops from fungal infections.

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