Item | Kojic Acid Dipalmitate | Kojic Acid |
Molecular Formula | 618g/mol | 142g/mol |
Physical and chemical properties | White crystalline powder,melting point 92-96℃ | White to light yellow crystalline powder,melting point 150-154℃ |
Solubility | Insoluble in water,soluble in Oil and propylene glycol | Easily soluble in water,Ethanol and ethyl acetate |
PH Stability | Stable when PH 3-10 | Not stable when PH>7 |
Color stability | Does not chelate with metal ions, color is stable and does not change color | Easily chelate and discolor with metal ions, turn yellow or brown |
Other Stability | Good light stability, not easily oxidized | Light, heat, and metal ions have poor stability and are easily oxidized |
Compounding performance | Compatible with most makeup products | Incompatible with some sunscreens, preservatives |