Kojic Acid

Kojic acid is a chelation agent produced by several species of fungi, especially Aspergillus oryzae, which has the Japanese common name koji. It is a by-product of the fermentation process of malting rice, for use in the manufacturing of sake, the Japanese rice wine.

Kojic Acid is a mild inhibitor of the formation of pigment in plant and animal tissues and is used in food and cosmetics to preserve or change colors of substances. It forms a bright red complex with ferric ions.

1. Kojic acid is a kind of specialized inhibitor for melanin. It can prevent the tyrosinase activity through synthesizing with copper ion in the cells after it enters skin cells.

2. Its derivative have better inhibitory effect on tyrosinase than any other skin whitening agents. At present, it is assigned into various kinds of cosmetics for curing freckles, spots on the skin of old man, pigmentation, and acne.

3. It can also eliminate free radical, strengthen cell activity of the cell and keep the food fresh. It is widely used in the fields of medicine and food.

Application of Kojic Acid

The kojic acid may be used on cut fruits to prevent oxidative browning, in seafood to preserve pink and red colors, and in cosmetics to lighten skin. As an example of the latter, it is used to treat skin diseases like melasma. It also has antibacterial and antifungal properties. The cocrystals of kojic acid with quercetin were found to have two times better cytotoxic activity to human cervical cancer cells (HeLa) and human colon cancer cells (Caco-2) in comparison with quercetin itself.

Kojic Acid

25kg/Fiber Drum (35 cm* 53 cm), Double plastic bag inside;

1Kg/Aluminum foil bag, with single plastic inside, and carton outside;

And other package, or as your requirements.

Kojic Acid

Delivery: Sea/ Air Shipping & International Express  

Shipping Time: 2-3 working days after payment  

Storage: Kept away from strong light and heat.                                                                                    

Shelf Life: 24 months

Q1: Are you manufacturer or trading company for Kojic Acid?

A:We are trader with ISO22000,Kosher,Halal,HACCP certified over 10 years.

Q2:How can we guarantee you receive a good quality Kojic Acid?

A: Our own factory comply to GMP standard and run with strict quality control,every batch of the product must be tested and ensure the quality before shipment.

Q3: What’s the delivery and shipping of Kojic Acid?

A:For sample,around 1-3days to be sent out upon receipt of payment by

DHL,Fedex,TNT,UPS,EMS or SF.

For small order, please expect 3-7days by DHL. FedEx,TNT,UPS EMS or SF.

For bulk order, around 2 weeks to finish production from order confirmation,will be delivered by air or sea as customer requested.

Q4: Can I get some sample to test the quality?

A: Of course you can, a 20g-30g free sample is available for you to test.

Q5: What’s the payment?

A: We accept T/T,L/C,D/A,D/P,Western Union,Paypal.

Q6:What is your package and storage?

A:25kg per paper drum with double layer poly bag inside.

Store in cool and dry place, keep away from strong light and heat.

Q7:What is your return service policy?

A: We offer a 45days guarantee on receipt of goods without any damage to packing. We will return your money if our products don’t conform to your approved quality.