KOJIC ACID DIPALMITATE

Kojic acid dipalmitate is produced by chemical synthetic method. It overcomes the defects which kojic acid

 usually has, such as the unstability to light and heat, and the color variation caused by formation of complexes

with metallic ions. Kojic acid dipalmitate can preserve or promote the restraining power of kojic acid against tyrosinase activity TRP-1 activity, as well as delaying the melanogenesis.

CHARACTERISTICS    

1. It is not easy for color variation. It ameliorates the stability of kojic acid in color.

2.It restrains the activity of tyrosinase TRP-1, so the prevention or postponement of the melanogenesis is possible.

3.The product is stable under the condition of pH 3-10.

SPECIFICATION

Appearance: white to light yellow powdery crystals.

Melting point: 92-97°C

Assay:  not less than 99%

Loss on drying: not more than 1%(105°C )

Heavy metal (Pb):  less than 20ppm

APPLICATION   

 It dissolves in hot alcohols, white oils and esters.

The recommendatory amount used in cosmetics is 0.5-3%