Kojic Acid
Kojic acid is a chelation agent produced by several species of fungi, especially Aspergillus oryzae, which has the Japanese common name koji. Kojic acid is a by-product in the fermentation process of malting rice, for use in the manufacturing of sake, the Japanese rice wine. It is a mild inhibitor of the formation of pigment in plant and animal tissues, and is used in food and cosmetics to preserve or change colors of substances.
In cosmetics Kojic acid is a natural crystal like substance that is used is some skin whitening products. It is usually found in a cream form and mixed in at different percentages with the cream between 2 and 4%.
Product Details
| Category |
Cosmetic Raw Materials |
|---|---|
| Price | POA |
| CAS Number | 501-30-4 |
| Formula | C6H6O4 |
| Molecular Weight | 142.11 |
| Purity | 99% |
| Appearance | Off-white to tan powder |
| Availability | In Stock |
| Storage Conditions | Room temperature |
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