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Beta-arbutin Powder
Name:Alpha-Arbutin
CAS Number:84380-01-8
Molecular Formula:C12H16O7
Molecular Weight:272.25
Assay:99%
Country of Origin:China
Shelf Life:2 Years
Function：Tyrosinase inhibition, skin brightening, antioxidant
Description
Products Description
Beta-Arbutin (hydroquinone β-D-glucopyranoside) is a naturally occurring glycoside found in bearberry (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi) leaves, also produced synthetically from hydroquinone and glucose for cosmetic-grade supply. It's one of the most established tyrosinase-inhibiting ingredients in the skin-brightening category, valued for its mild, well-tolerated profile compared to hydroquinone itself. Beta-arbutin is chemically distinct from alpha-arbutin (a positional isomer with generally stronger tyrosinase-inhibiting activity), giving formulators two related but non-interchangeable options depending on potency and cost targets.
Sheerherb's Beta-Arbutin Powder is available in both plant-extracted and synthetic forms, with purity and hydroquinone impurity levels verified by HPLC on every batch - a critical quality control point given regulatory restrictions on hydroquinone in cosmetic products. We supply cosmetic formulators, skincare brands, and OEM/ODM manufacturers sourcing beta-arbutin raw material for brightening and pigmentation-focused product lines.
Products Specifications
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name | Hydroquinone β-D-Glucopyranoside |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Assay | 98% / 99% (HPLC, customizable) |
| Test Method | HPLC |
| CAS No. | 497-76-7 |
| Molecular Formula | C₁₂H₁₆O₇ |
| Source | Plant-extracted (bearberry leaf) or synthetic (specify preference) |
| Hydroquinone Impurity | ≤0.1% (tested per batch - key regulatory compliance point) |
| Heavy Metals | ≤10 ppm |
| Solubility | Freely soluble in water |
| Recommended Use Level | 1%–7% (synthetic grade) / 0.5%–3% (plant-extracted grade) |
| Heavy Metals / Microbial Limits | Meets standard international cosmetic-grade limits |
| Shelf Life | 24 months when stored properly |
| Storage | Cool, dry place, protected from light and heat |
| Certification | ISO 9001, ISO 22716, HALAL, Kosher, GMP |
Custom purity levels and source selection (plant vs. synthetic) can be arranged for specific formulation needs - request a sample and hydroquinone impurity report before confirming your order.
Product Benefits
Beta-Arbutin Powder is valued mainly for its tyrosinase-inhibiting activity and mild tolerability profile, which underpins most of its functional positioning:
1. Skin Brightening & Pigmentation Formulations
As a selective tyrosinase inhibitor, it's a foundational ingredient in formulas targeting uneven tone, dark spots, and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
2. Mild, Well-Tolerated Brightening Option
Compared to hydroquinone itself, beta-arbutin offers a gentler profile suitable for daily-use, mass-market brightening formulations.
3. Cost-Effective Basic Brightening Ingredient
Its lower cost relative to alpha-arbutin makes it a practical choice for mass-market toners, masks, creams, and body-care brightening lines.
4. Antioxidant & Mild Anti-Inflammatory Positioning
Beyond brightening, it supports formulas targeting general antioxidant protection and mild soothing benefits for oily or blemish-prone skin.
Products Application
Brightening Toners, Serums & Creams
Water solubility and mild profile support inclusion in daily-use brightening formulations across mass-market and prestige skincare lines.
Masks & Body Care
Its cost-effectiveness supports use in broader-format brightening products like sheet masks, wash-off masks, and body lotions.
Multi-Ingredient Brightening Systems
Frequently formulated alongside other brightening actives to address pigmentation through multiple mechanisms simultaneously.
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Q: What specifications do you offer for cosmetic formulation orders?
A: 98% or 99% purity by HPLC, available in plant-extracted or synthetic form, with hydroquinone impurity tested and controlled to ≤0.1% per batch. Specs can be adjusted to your formulation target, with COA, MSDS, and microbiological reports provided per batch.
Q: What is your MOQ for wholesale orders?
A: MOQ typically starts from 1kg for trial/formulation-testing quantities, up to 25kg drums for commercial orders.
Q: Why is hydroquinone impurity testing important for this ingredient?
A: Beta-arbutin can release trace hydroquinone under certain conditions (heat, UV exposure, or enzymatic activity), and hydroquinone is restricted or banned in cosmetics in many markets, including the EU. We test and document hydroquinone impurity levels on every batch to support your regulatory compliance.
Q: What's the difference between beta-arbutin and alpha-arbutin?
A: They are positional isomers with different tyrosinase-inhibiting potency - alpha-arbutin is generally considered more effective at lower concentrations, while beta-arbutin is more cost-effective and widely used in mass-market formulations. They are not directly interchangeable in a formulation without adjusting use levels.
Q: Do you support OEM/private label projects?
A: Yes - including custom blends with niacinamide or tranexamic acid for brightening formulas. Our team can advise on use levels and compatibility for qualifying volumes.
Why Choose Sheerherb
Sheerherb has been producing Beta-Arbutin Powder for years and is certified to ISO 9001, ISO 22716, HALAL, Kosher, and GMP standards. As a supplier serving cosmetic formulators worldwide, we keep pricing competitive without compromising on purity - every batch is tested for hydroquinone impurity levels to support your regulatory compliance, with no shortcuts on testing.
We operate our own production facility and R&D team, which means source selection (plant vs. synthetic), custom specifications, and sample requests are handled in-house rather than passed through a third party - giving you faster turnaround and more control over the final spec.
If you're comparing Beta-Arbutin Powder wholesale prices or need a supplier with documented hydroquinone impurity control for OEM/private label skincare production, contact chriswang@sheerherb.com for current pricing, COA samples, and a formal quote.
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