Arbutin, 98%

Name: Arbutin, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-002768

About Arbutin, 98%

Arbutin is a bioactive small molecule in Biochemistry grade carrying the CAS registry number 497-76-7 with a typical assay of 98%. Its molecular formula is C12H16O7 and its molecular weight is 272.25 g/mol. The IUPAC name is (2R,3S,4S,5R,6S)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-6-(4-hydroxyphenoxy)oxane-3,4,5-triol. Alternative names: 4-Hydroxyphenyl-ß-D-glucopyranoside and p-Arbutin.

It is supplied as a colourless to faint yellow powder. Literature values give a melting point of 196-200 °C. Recommended storage is at room temperature in a dry place, with the container kept tightly sealed. Good laboratory practice and suitable PPE are recommended during handling.

Key uses span cell signalling research, pharmacological screening, target validation and enzyme inhibition studies. Buyers come mainly from academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Arbutin in 1 g, 5 g, 10 g and 25 g packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Cell signalling research
Pharmacological screening
Target validation
Enzyme inhibition studies

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Arbutin, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-002768
CAS Number	497-76-7
IUPAC name	(2R,3S,4S,5R,6S)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-6-(4-hydroxyphenoxy)oxane-3,4,5-triol
Molecular formula	C₁₂H₁₆O₇
Molecular weight	272.25 g/mol
Exact mass	272.0896
Grade	Biochemistry
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	35040099
InChIKey	BJRNKVDFDLYUGJ-RMPHRYRLSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC(=CC=C1O)O[C@H]2[C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@H](O2)CO)O)O)O
PubChem CID	440936

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Colourless to faint yellow powder
Melting point	196-200 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	-0.7
H-bond donors / acceptors	5 / 7
TPSA	120 Å²
Storage	Room temperature
Synonyms	4-Hydroxyphenyl-ß-D-glucopyranoside, p-Arbutin, Hydroquinone ß-D-glucopyranoside, Arbutoside, Ursin, beta-Arbutin, Uvasol, p-Hydroxyphenyl beta-D-glucoside, 4-Hydroxyphenyl-beta-D-glucopyranoside, Hydroquinone-O-beta-D-glucopyranoside, Hydroquinone glucose, Hydroquinone-beta-D-glucopyranoside

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Arbutin, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of Arbutin, 98% is 497-76-7. It is also known as 4-Hydroxyphenyl-ß-D-glucopyranoside, p-Arbutin, Hydroquinone ß-D-glucopyranoside.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Arbutin, 98%?

Arbutin, 98% has the molecular formula C12H16O7 and a molecular weight of 272.25 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (2R,3S,4S,5R,6S)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-6-(4-hydroxyphenoxy)oxane-3,4,5-triol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Arbutin, 98% can I order?

We supply Arbutin, 98% in Biochemistry (98%) grade, in 1 g, 5 g, 10 g, 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Arbutin, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of Arbutin, 98% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Arbutin, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. We export Arbutin, 98% worldwide by air and sea freight or express courier, on EXW, FOB, CIF, CFR or DAP Incoterms, with full export documentation.

How should Arbutin, 98% be stored?

Room temperature. Keep the container tightly closed and refer to the SDS for full handling guidance.