Cosmetic Additive Kojic Acid 99% for Skin Whitening

• Customization: Available
• CAS No.: 501-30-4
• Formula: C6h6o4
• Model NO.: kojic acid
• EINECS: 207-922-4
• Colour: White
• Type: Flavor & Fragrance Intermediates
• Application: Skin Care Products
• Transport Package: Bag
• Specification: 99%
• Trademark: zhuofeng
• Origin: China
• HS Code: 2932999099
• Production Capacity: 5000mt/Month

Product Description

Kojic acid is a naturally occurring compound that is often used in cosmetic and skincare products for its skin-brightening properties. It is produced by certain types of fungi and is commonly found in foods such as soy sauce, miso, and sake.
Kojic acid works by inhibiting the production of tyrosine, an amino acid that is involved in the production of melanin, the pigment that gives skin its color. This can help reduce the appearance of hyperpigmentation, dark spots, and other discolorations on the skin.
In addition to its skin-brightening properties, kojic acid also has antioxidant properties, which can help protect the skin against damage from free radicals and other environmental stressors.
Kojic acid is often used in skincare products as a skin-lightening agent that has been associated with potential health risks. It is also a popular ingredient in products designed to improve the appearance of acne scars and other forms of skin discoloration.
Overall, kojic acid is a versatile and effective ingredient that can provide multiple benefits for the skin, making it a popular choice in a wide range of cosmetic and skincare products.

Appearance	White or off white crystal
Assay	≥99.0%
Melting  point	152~156ºC
Loss on drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤3 ppm
Iron	≤10 ppm
Ar-senic	≤1 ppm
Chloride	≤50 ppm
Alfatoxin	No detectable

. Applied in Agriculture: kojic acid is used in producing biological pesticides;

2. Applied in Medicine: kojic acid has been used as the an important material of cephalosporin-type antibiotics;

3. Applied in other fields: kojic acid is also used as iron analytical reagent and film spotting  agent, etc;

4. Applied in Cosmetics: kojic acid has been widely added into the lotion, face mask, liquid  cream and skin cream. Recommendation usage for cosmetics: 0.2~1.0%;

5. Applied in Food additive: kojic acid work as antiseptic,antioxidant, preservative and color stablizer in meat processing, also act as useful materials of food aromatizer - maltol and  ethylmaltol;