Kojic Acid is a tyrosinase inhibitor. It is a chelation agent produced by several species of fungi, especially Aspergillus oryzae, which has the Japanese common name koji.
Kojic Acid is a tyrosinase inhibitor. It is a chelation agent produced by several species of fungi, especially Aspergillus oryzae, which has the Japanese common name koji.
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Product Information
Catalog Num
A17548
Formula
C6H6O4
Molecular Weight
142.11
CAS Number
501-30-4
SMILES
O=C1C=C(CO)OC=C1O
Synonyms
Kojic Acid;
Storage
Store lyophilized at -20ºC, keep desiccated. In lyophilized form, the chemical is stable for 36 months. In solution, store at -20ºC and use within 3 months to prevent loss of potency. Aliquot to avoid multiple freeze/thaw cycles.
Solubility
In vitro
DMSO
25 mg/mL (175.92 mM)
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