Kojic Acid

Kojic Acid is produced by fermenting malting rice. It occurs naturally as an inhibitor during the melanin synthesis in animal tissues and is also found in plant pigments in smaller amounts. Kojic Acid Powder constructively prevents the formation of an amino acid called “tyrosine” which produces melanin. It is an effective skin-lightening agent that is produced by the Aspergillus Oryzae fungus. This chelation agent is available in powdered form and is off-white. Product Name: Kojic Acid Raw Material Source: Rice or corn starch Manufacturing Process: Manufactured by subjecting sugars (Aspergillus species) through fungus fermentation. Chemical Formula: C6H6O4 CAS Number: 501-30-4 INCI Name: Allantoin IUPAC Name: 5-Hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)-4H-pyran-4-one Molecular Weight: 142.11 g/mol Odor: Odorless PH Level: 4-9 Color: White Shelf Life: 24 months Purity (%): 99% Form: Powder Alternative Names: Glyoxyldiureide; 5-Ureidohydantoin Solubility: Soluble in water COA: MSDS: CAUTION: This product is only meant for external application. Therefore, avoid using it internally, and do not use it if you are suffering from any skin ailments.