

4-Butylresorcinol with CAS 18979-61-8
What is 4-Butylresorcinol?
4-Butylresorcinol (also known as 4-n-Butylresorcinol or Butylresorcinol) is a highly effective skin lightening and whitening active ingredient widely used in the cosmetics industry. As a derivative of resorcinol, 4-Butylresorcinol works as a potent tyrosinase inhibitor, effectively reducing melanin production in the skin.
This premium cosmetic raw material has gained significant recognition in the skincare industry for its exceptional efficacy and safety profile. Unlike traditional whitening agents, 4-Butylresorcinol demonstrates remarkable stability and compatibility with various cosmetic formulations, making it an ideal choice for manufacturers seeking reliable skin brightening solutions.
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Product Advantages
- Superior Whitening Efficacy: 4-Butylresorcinol is significantly more effective than traditional whitening agents like kojic acid and arbutin, providing visible skin brightening results in shorter timeframes.
- Excellent Safety Profile: Gentle on skin with minimal irritation, making it suitable for sensitive skin formulations and long-term use in daily skincare products.
- High Stability: Demonstrates exceptional thermal and light stability, maintaining efficacy throughout product shelf life without degradation.
- Broad Compatibility: Compatible with various cosmetic ingredients and formulation types, including creams, serums, lotions, and emulsions.
- Fast-Acting Results: Powerful tyrosinase inhibition delivers noticeable skin lightening effects within weeks of consistent application.
4-Butylresorcinol Quick details
- Chemical Name:4-Butylresorcinol
- CAS No.: 18979-61-8
- EINECS: 606-191-2
- Molecular Formula: C10H14O2
- Molecular weight:166.22
- Appearance:White to off-white powder
- Assay: 99%
- Synonyms:4-BUTYLRESORCINOL,98+%;4-Butylbenzene-1,3-diol;4-Butylresorcinol;1,3-Benzenediol,4-butyl-;4-N-BUTYLRESORCINOL;2,4-DIHYDROXY-N-BUTYL BENZENE;4-phenylbutane-1,3-diol;2,4-DIHYDROXY-N-BUTYL BENZEN
4-Butylresorcinol Typical Properties
| Item | Specification | Results |
| Appearance | White to off-white powder | Conforms |
| Assay | ≥99% | 99.9% |
| Melting point | 50~55°C | 54°C |
| Identification
IR HPLC |
Should be consistent with that of the reference product
The retention time of the main peak of the test solution should be the same as that of the control solution
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Conforms |
| Loss on drying | ≤0.5% | 0.21% |
| Pb | ≤10ppm | Conforms |
| As | ≤2ppm | Conforms |
| Hg | ≤1ppm | Conforms |
| Cd | ≤5ppm | Conforms |
| Total plate count | ≤200cfu/g | <10cfu/g |
| Molds and Yeast Count | ≤100cfu/g | <10cfu/g |
| Coliforms /g | Negative | ND |
| Staphylococcus aureus /g | Negative | ND |
| P.Aeruginosa /g | Negative | ND |
| Conclusion | The results conforms with enterprise standards | |
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4-Butylresorcinol Applications
- Hyperpigmentation Treatment: Effective reduction of dark spots, age spots, and melasma
- Overall Skin Brightening: Even out skin tone and improve radiance
- Post-inflammatory Hyperpigmentation: Fading acne marks and scars
- UV-induced Pigmentation: Preventing and treating sun damage
- Anti-aging Formulations: Addressing age-related pigmentation issues
4-Butylresorcinol Package & Storage
- Package: 1kg/bag;25kg/drum
- Storage: Store in a cool place and keep it sealed to avoid direct sunlight.
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