Arbutin
CAS Number497-76-7
FormulaC12H16O7
Mol. Weight272.25 g/mol
Arbutin
What is Arbutin?
Arbutin is a chemical compound with CAS number 497-76-7 and molecular formula C12H16O7. It is used in various industrial and research applications.
Applications
Arbutin, a glycosylated hydroquinone, is used in studies on melanin biosynthesis and as an inhibitor to identify, differentiate and characterize tyrosinase(s).
Specifications
Molecular Weight
272.25 g/mol
Assay/Purity
≥96.0% (HPLC)
Solubility
H2O: soluble50 mg/mL, clear (hot)