α-Arbutin (CAS 84380-01-8) | Skin Brightening Cosmetic Ingredient | Amorewell

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α-Arbutin (CAS 84380-01-8) | Skin Brightening Cosmetic Ingredient | Amorewell

  • INCI Name: Alpha-Arbutin
  • CAS Number: 84380-01-8
  • Molecular Formula: C12H16O7
  • Molecular Weight: 272.25
  • Appearance: White crystalline powder
  • Purity: ≥99%
  • pH (1% solution): 5.0 – 7.0
  • Function: Skin brightening agent / cosmetic active
  • Solubility: Water soluble
  • Product Information

    Product Overview

    α-Arbutin (Alpha-Arbutin) is a highly stable and bioactive skin brightening ingredient derived from glycosylated hydroquinone.

    It is widely used in modern skincare formulations to help improve uneven skin tone and enhance overall skin radiance appearance.

    Compared with β-Arbutin, α-Arbutin offers higher stability, stronger activity, and better formulation compatibility, making it a preferred ingredient in premium cosmetic systems.


    Key Benefits

    ✔ Helps improve skin brightness and radiance appearance
    ✔ Supports more even-looking skin tone
    ✔ Highly stable against heat and light compared to β-Arbutin
    ✔ Suitable for sensitive skin formulations
    ✔ Compatible with a wide range of cosmetic actives
    ✔ Effective at low usage concentration


    Applications

    Skincare Applications

    • Brightening serums
    • Spot-care formulations
    • Anti-aging skincare products
    • Daily moisturizing creams
    • Sensitive skin brightening systems

    Functional Cosmetic Systems

    • Melanin regulation systems (cosmetic positioning)
    • Radiance-enhancing formulations
    • Multi-active brightening complexes
    • Whitening serum systems

    Specifications

    Item Specifications
    Appearance White crystalline powder
    Assay ≥ 99.95%
    Hydroquinone ppm Negative
    Melting point 202~207 ℃
    Clarity of water solution Transparent, colorless, none suspended matters
    pH value of 1% aqueous solution 5.0~7.0
    Specific rotation 【α】20D=+174.0°~+186.0º
    Infra-red peak value 1514cm-1 1229cm-1 1215cm-1 1059cm-1 1034cm-1
    Solubility Soluble in water, slightly soluble in ethanol
    Arsenic ≤ 2 ppm
    Heavy metal ≤ 10 ppm
    Loss on drying ≤ 0.5%
    Residue on ignition ≤ 0.5%

    Why Choose Amorewell α-Arbutin

    Amorewell supplies high-purity cosmetic brightening ingredients for global skincare formulators.

    ✔ High purity (≥99%) and stable quality
    ✔ Excellent formulation compatibility
    ✔ Low impurity profile (hydroquinone-free control)
    ✔ Suitable for premium whitening systems
    ✔ Global cosmetic ingredient supply capability


     Packaging

    • 100 g / bottle
    • 500 g / bottle
    • 1 kg / bag
    • 25 kg / drum
    • Customized packaging available

    α-Arbutin (CAS 84380-01-8) | Skin Brightening Cosmetic Ingredient | Amorewell

    • INCI Name: Alpha-Arbutin
    • CAS Number: 84380-01-8
    • Molecular Formula: C12H16O7
    • Molecular Weight: 272.25
    • Appearance: White crystalline powder
    • Purity: ≥99%
    • pH (1% solution): 5.0 – 7.0
    • Function: Skin brightening agent / cosmetic active
    • Solubility: Water soluble
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