Name and Spec: Kojic Acid 99%

CAS NO.: 501-30-4

Kojic acid, also known as aspergillic acid and kojic acid, is a melanin-specific inhibitor. After entering the skin cells, it can complex with the copper ions in the cells, change the three-dimensional structure of tyrosinase, prevent the activation of tyrosinase, and thus inhibit the formation of melanin. Kojic acid whitening active agents have better tyrosinase inhibition effects than other whitening active agents. It does not act on other biological enzymes in the cells and has no toxic effect on cells. At the same time, it can enter the intercellular matrix to form intercellular colloid, which plays a role in retaining water and increasing skin elasticity. It has been formulated into various cosmetics to make whitening cosmetics for freckles, age spots, pigmentation and acne.

Kojic acid also has the functions of scavenging free radicals, enhancing cell vitality, and preserving food color, and is widely used in the fields of medicine and food.