Kojic acid

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Melting Point 152-155C
Shelf Life 2 years if stored properly
EINECS No 207-922-4
Particle Size Approximately 100 mesh
Loss on Drying <0.5%
Color White to off-white
Smell Odorless
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Kojic acid Product Specifications

Grade Cosmetic Grade
Molecular Weight 142.11 g/mol
Structural Formula C6H6O4 (depicts a pyrone ring with hydroxyl and hydroxymethyl groups attached)
Storage Store in a cool dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight
Usage Used in cosmetics as a skin-lightening agent food preservative and antioxidant
Ph Level 4-7 (aqueous solution)
Molecular Formula C6H6O4
Physical Form Solid
Heavy Metal (%) <10 ppm
Solubility Soluble in water and ethanol
Poisonous Non-toxic when used as directed
Chemical Name 5-Hydroxy-2-hydroxymethyl--pyrone
CAS No 501-30-4
Smell Odorless
Boiling point Not applicable (decomposes)
Appearance White to off-white crystalline powder
Loss on Drying <0.5%
Color White to off-white
HS Code 29322900
Taste Slightly sweet
Medicine Name Kojic acid
EINECS No 207-922-4
Shelf Life 2 years if stored properly
Purity(%) 99%
Melting Point 152-155C
Type Organic compound
Particle Size Approximately 100 mesh

Product Description

Kojic acid, a high-purity (99%) organic compound, is renowned for its application in cosmetic formulations as a skin-lightening agent, food preservation, and as an antioxidant. Presented as a white to off-white crystalline powder, it is odorless and slightly sweet. This cosmetic-grade compound is non-toxic when used as directed. Kojic acid exhibits excellent solubility in water and ethanol, making it ideal for various product formulations. With a structural formula of C6H6O4, it features a pyrone ring along with hydroxyl and hydroxymethyl groups. The particle size, approximately 100 mesh, ensures fine consistency. Stored properly in a cool, dry environment away from moisture and sunlight, Kojic acid maintains a 2-year shelf life. Its stability is demonstrated by minimal loss on drying (<0.5%) and a pH range of 4-7 in aqueous solutions. Melting at 152-155C, Kojic acid is a trusted ingredient for industries seeking quality and reliability.

FAQs of Kojic acid:

Q: What are the primary applications of Kojic acid?

A: Kojic acid is predominantly used as a skin-lightening agent in cosmetics, food preservative, and antioxidant.

Q: How should Kojic acid be stored?

A: Kojic acid should be stored in a cool, dry place, away from moisture and direct sunlight.

Q: Is Kojic acid toxic?

A: No, Kojic acid is non-toxic when used as directed.

Q: What is the shelf life of Kojic acid?

A: Kojic acid has a shelf life of 2 years if stored properly.

Q: What is the solubility of Kojic acid?

A: Kojic acid is soluble in water and ethanol.

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