Arbutin
Arbutin (β-Arbutin) is a competitive inhibitor of tyrosinase, with Kiapp values of 1.42 mM for monophenolase; 0.9 mM for diphenolase. Arbutin is also used as depigmenting agents[1]. Arbutin is a natural polyphenol isolated from the bearberry plant Arctostaphylos uvaursi, possesses with anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-tumor properties[2][3].
Product Specifications
CAS Number
497-76-7
Product Name Alternative
β-Arbutin
UNSPSC
12352005
Hazard Statement
H302, H315, H319, H335
Target
Endogenous Metabolite; Tyrosinase
Type
Natural Products
Related Pathways
Metabolic Enzyme/Protease
Applications
Cancer-programmed cell death
Field of Research
Cancer
Assay Protocol
https://www.medchemexpress.com/Arbutin.html
Purity
99.86
Solubility
DMSO : ≥ 50 mg/mL|H2O : 33.33 mg/mL (ultrasonic)
Smiles
O[C@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@@H](CO)O1)O)O)[C@@H]1OC2=CC=C(O)C=C2
Molecular Formula
C12H16O7
Molecular Weight
272.25
Precautions
H302, H315, H319, H335
References & Citations
Shipping Conditions
Room Temperature
Storage Conditions
-20°C, 3 years; 4°C, 2 years (Powder)
Scientific Category
Natural Products
Clinical Information
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