Maxcel^® AAB (Alpha Arbutin) is white crystalline powder, it is soluble in hot water, ethanol, slightly soluble in cold water, specific optical rotation is about 180º. It is produced by using our unique bio fermentation methods in GMP standard facilities.

Brand Name: Maxcel^® AAB

INCI Name: Alpha Arbutin

Molecular Formula: C₁₂H₁₆O₇

Molecular Weight: 272.25                               

CAS No.: 84380-01-8

Appearance: white crystalline powder

Identification (IR spectrum): conforms

Assay: ≥99.5%

Loss on drying: ≤0.5%

Ignition residue: ≤0.5%

Melting point: 202~212℃

pH value: 5.0～7.0

Specific rotation(【α】D²⁰ ): +174.0º~+186.0º

Transmittance: ≥95%

Lead: ≤10 ppm; Arsenic: ≤2 ppm

Hydroquinone: negative

Total viable aerobic count: ≤1000cfu/g

Yeast & Mold: ≤100cfu/g

Salmonella: Negative

Staphylococcus aureus: Negative

E.coli: Negative in 1g

Packing: in aluminum bag of 1kg net each or in fiber drum with inner PE bag containing 25kgs net.

Storage: keep away from light and moisture, should be stored in cool and dry place at room temperature.

Shelf life: 24 months

Maxcel^® AAB (Alpha Arbutin) is used as a skin-lightening agent in many cosmetic products, it inhibits the activity of Tyrosinase and thus prevents the formation of melanin, reduces the skin pigment deposition.

Recommend dosage: 0.1%-3%

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