2-Fluorodeoxyarbutin
2-Fluorodeoxyarbutin, a derivative of Deoxyarbutin , is a tyrosine hydroxylase and dopa oxidase inhibitor. 2-Fluorodeoxyarbutin inhibits melanin synthesis in intact melanocytes. 2-Fluorodeoxyarbutin can be used for the strudy of skin lightening or for ameliorating hyperpigmented lesions[1].
Product Specifications
CAS Number
170795-16-1
UNSPSC
12352005
Target
Tyrosine Hydroxylase
Related Pathways
Metabolic Enzyme/Protease
Field of Research
Metabolic Disease
Smiles
OC1=CC=C(OC2CCCCO2)C=C1F
Molecular Formula
C11H13FO3
Molecular Weight
212.22
References & Citations
[1]Chawla S, et al. DeoxyArbutin and its derivatives inhibit tyrosinase activity and melanin synthesis without inducing reactive oxygen species or apoptosis. J Drugs Dermatol. 2012 Oct;11 (10) :e28-34.
Shipping Conditions
Room temperature
Scientific Category
Reference compound1
Clinical Information
No Development Reported
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