Arbutin (beta -arbutin) is a natural polyphenol isolated from the bear fruit plant Arctostaphylos uvaursi with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-tumor properties. It is a competitive inhibitor of tyrosinase in melanocytes, with a Kiapp value of 1.42 mM for monopholase. The value of p-diphenol enzyme Kiapp was 0.9 mM. Arbutin is also used as a bleaching agent.
Molecular Weight:
272.25
Purity:
>98%
CAS Number:
[497-76-7]
Formula:
C12H16O7
Target:
Others
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