
A Pure Water-Soluble Active Ingredient for Effective Skin Lightening
Alpha-Arbutin (4-hydroxyphenyl-D-lucopyranoside) is a pure water-soluble, biosynthetic active ingredient. It blocks epidermal melanin synthesis by inhibiting enzymatic oxidation of Tyrosine and Dopa. It is a functional active ingredient for skin lightening, ensuring an even and lighter skin tone, reducing the degree of skin tanning after UV exposure, and helping to minimize the appearance of liver spots. It is faster and more effective than kojic acid and leaves hydroquinone in the shade.
| CAS No. | 84380-01-8 |
|---|---|
| Source | Biosynthetic |
| Appearance | White Powder |
| Active Content (HPLC) | 98 Percent |
| Core Function | Skin Whitening, Anti-Freckle, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-bacterial |
| Solubility | Water |
Clinically proven to deliver superior skin lightening in just 28 days, with over 50% of clinical trial participants showing significant liver spot reduction within 3 months.
In the advanced dermatological skincare sector, achieving highly effective hyperpigmentation correction without triggering irritation is the ultimate formulation challenge. Our premium 98% Alpha Arbutin is rigorously engineered via precision biosynthesis to completely remove impurities. Built to be 100% farnesol-free, it establishes a new benchmark in safety, eradicating the risk of ingredient-induced sensitization. It acts as a powerful tyrosinase inhibitor, safely blocking epidermal melanin synthesis and reducing UV-induced tanning, all while maintaining perfect stability in your most demanding formulas.

For Global OEM/ODM Innovators: Achieve ultimate formulation compatibility and elegance. Our highly purified Alpha Arbutin powder dissolves directly and flawlessly into the aqueous phase, yielding a crystal-clear, entirely odorless solution. It will never compromise the precise color, fragrance, or aesthetic of your final product. Exceptionally stable across a wide pH range (3.5–6.5) with a proven active half-life of at least 23 months at 40°C, it completely eliminates the oxidation and discoloration nightmares associated with traditional lightening agents like Kojic Acid.
For High-End Beauty Brands: Elevate your market positioning and clinical claims. This ultra-pure active is the signature choice for strict “Clean Beauty” mandates and highly tolerable, “SOS Emergency Repair” brightening formulations. Empower your brand to deliver fast, verifiable depigmentation without the inflammatory side effects of harsh synthetic bleaches. Capture the loyalty of consumers demanding effective, non-sensitizing clinical solutions for liver spots, sun damage, and chronic dullness on reactive skin.
Appearance: Fine white powder (yields a clear, water-white aqueous solution)
Odor: Odorless (scent neutral)
Purity: ≥ 98.0% (HPLC)
Heavy Metals: < 10 ppm
Recommended Usage: 0.5% – 1.0%
pH Range Stability: Exceptionally stable between 3.5 – 6.5
Processing Guidelines: Readily water-soluble. Dissolve directly into the aqueous phase during formulation.
Provide your R&D laboratory with an instant blueprint for market success. Our Alpha Arbutin acts as a supreme biological brightening agent, amplifying the restorative efficacy of companion actives for a flawless, glowing complexion:
Alpha Arbutin + Allantoin: The ultimate post-acne clearing matrix. Combines the targeted melanin inhibition of Alpha Arbutin with the water-soluble wound-healing properties of Allantoin to rapidly clear post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) while instantly soothing micro-traumas.
Alpha Arbutin + Panthenol: A comprehensive brightening and “Barrier Rescue” system. Panthenol floods the stratum corneum with deep, targeted hydration, creating a healthy, non-reactive environment that allows Alpha Arbutin to effectively fade stubborn liver spots without irritation.
Alpha Arbutin + Ceramide NP: The absolute defense and illumination complex. While Alpha Arbutin tackles internal pigment synthesis, Ceramide NP safely and physically rebuilds the skin’s depleted lipid cement on the surface, ensuring a resilient, luminous, and perfectly even skin tone.
Formulate with absolute regulatory confidence. Shaanxi Huatai Bio-Fine Chemicals Co. strictly adheres to global cosmetic safety benchmarks, ensuring our active ingredients pass the most stringent toxicological assessments. Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility operates under the highest global standards, fully certified by:
ISO
COSMOS
HALAL
IQNET
Every batch is supported by a comprehensive technical dossier to streamline your global compliance, supply chain transparency, and regulatory filing processes.
Stop compromising on formula stability and ingredient purity. Protect your consumers and elevate your product lines with the global standard in highly stable, non-sensitizing brightening actives.
Claim your High-Purity, Odorless Sample Now and upgrade your next blockbuster brightening formula! Contact our technical sales team immediately to secure your free lab sample, request a customized bulk quote, and access the full Technical Dossier (TDS, MSDS, COA, and Clinical Efficacy Reports).
Huatai Bio provides a comprehensive portfolio of high-efficacy cosmetic active ingredients, empowering global brands to create next-generation skincare formulations for high-end skincare formulation needs.
Comprehensive Solutions & Innovation: Our categories cover the full spectrum of market requirements: Anti-aging & Firming, Oil-Control & Anti-acne, Anti-inflammatory & Soothing,Antioxidant Defense, Brightening,and Hydration & Barrier Repair.We offer both established classics and cutting-edge actives.
Driven by a passion for scientific excellence, our state-of-the-art R&D laboratory is dedicated to exploring the frontier of bio-active molecules. Beyond supplying ingredients, we offer end-to-end formulation consultancy and customized solution development. Our team of expert chemists works closely with your brand to overcome complex stability issues and sensory challenges, ensuring your final product stands out in a competitive global market.
Uncompromising Quality & Credibility:We ensure every batch of our Active skincare ingredients meets rigorous quality standards, including COSMOS, ISO 9001/22000, and HALAL Certification. This commitment, backed by a complete Technical Dossier, offers clinically-backed solutions and guaranteed compliance for every formulation challenge.




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