Arbutin
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Arbutin (β-Arbutin) is a competitive inhibitor of tyrosinase, with Kiapp values of 1.42 mM for monophenolase; 0.9 mM for diphenolase. Arbutin is also used as depigmenting agents. Arbutin is a natural polyphenol isolated from the bearberry plant Arctostaphylos uvaursi, possesses with anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-tumor properties.
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- Purity: 99.76%
- CAS No.: 497-76-7
- Formula: C12H16O7
- Molecular Weight:272.25
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Storage:Powder -20°C, 3 years , 4°C, 2 years ; In solvent -80°C, 2 years , -20°C, 1 year
Publications Citing Use of MedChemExpress (MCE) Arbutin
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Biological Activity
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Type | Value | Description | References |
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| B16 | IC50 |
116 μM
Compound: Arbutin
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Inhibition of melanogenesis in theophylline-stimulated mouse B16-4A5 cells after 72 hrs
Inhibition of melanogenesis in theophylline-stimulated mouse B16-4A5 cells after 72 hrs
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[PMID: 19615910] |
| B16 | IC50 |
180 μM
Compound: Arbutin
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Inhibition of alpha-MSH-induced melanin production in mouse B16 cells after 72 hrs
Inhibition of alpha-MSH-induced melanin production in mouse B16 cells after 72 hrs
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[PMID: 20044259] |
| B16 | IC50 |
180 μM
Compound: arbutin
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Inhibition of alpha-MSH-induced melanin production in mouse B16 cells after 72 hrs
Inhibition of alpha-MSH-induced melanin production in mouse B16 cells after 72 hrs
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[PMID: 20097083] |
| B16 | IC50 |
180 μM
Compound: Arbutin
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Antimelanogenic activity in mouse B16 cells assessed as inhibition of alpha-MSH-induced melanogenesis
Antimelanogenic activity in mouse B16 cells assessed as inhibition of alpha-MSH-induced melanogenesis
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[PMID: 20638280] |
| B16 | IC50 |
120 μM
Compound: Arbutin
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Inhibition of alpha-MSH -stimulated melanogenesis in mouse B16 cells assessed as melanin release after 3 days
Inhibition of alpha-MSH -stimulated melanogenesis in mouse B16 cells assessed as melanin release after 3 days
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[PMID: 21388810] |
| B16 | IC50 |
1550 μM
Compound: 2
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Inhibition of tyrosinase activity in alpha-MSH-stimulated mouse B16 cells using L-tyrosine as substrate
Inhibition of tyrosinase activity in alpha-MSH-stimulated mouse B16 cells using L-tyrosine as substrate
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[PMID: 21429753] |
| B16 | IC50 |
99 μM
Compound: 2
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Inhibition of alpha-MSH-induced melanin synthesis in mouse B16 cells grown in a 5% CO2-95% air atmosphere after 3 days
Inhibition of alpha-MSH-induced melanin synthesis in mouse B16 cells grown in a 5% CO2-95% air atmosphere after 3 days
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[PMID: 21429753] |
| B16 | IC50 |
180 μM
Compound: Arbutin
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Inhibition of alpha-MSH-induced melanin production in mouse B16 cells after 3 days
Inhibition of alpha-MSH-induced melanin production in mouse B16 cells after 3 days
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[PMID: 21601449] |
| B16 | IC50 |
180 μM
Compound: Arbutin
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Antimelanogenic activity at alpha-MSH-stimulated mouse melanoma B16 cells after 3 days by spectrophotometry
Antimelanogenic activity at alpha-MSH-stimulated mouse melanoma B16 cells after 3 days by spectrophotometry
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[PMID: 22217872] |
| B16 | IC50 |
67.9 μg/mL
Compound: Arbutin
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Inhibition of alpha-MSH-stimulated melanogenesis in mouse B16 cells assessed as melanin release after 72 hrs
Inhibition of alpha-MSH-stimulated melanogenesis in mouse B16 cells assessed as melanin release after 72 hrs
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[PMID: 22450129] |
| B16 | IC50 |
140 μM
Compound: Arbutin
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Inhibition of melanin production in alpha-MSH stimulated mouse B16 cells after 72 hrs by spectrophotometry
Inhibition of melanin production in alpha-MSH stimulated mouse B16 cells after 72 hrs by spectrophotometry
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[PMID: 23623417] |
| B16 | IC50 |
400 μM
Compound: Arbutin
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Inhibition of alpha-MSH-stimulated melanogenesis in mouse B16 cells assessed as reduction in melanin formation
Inhibition of alpha-MSH-stimulated melanogenesis in mouse B16 cells assessed as reduction in melanin formation
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[PMID: 28619537] |
| B16 | IC50 |
247 μM
Compound: Arbutin
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Inhibition of melanin production in alpha-MSH-stimulated mouse B16 cells incubated for 24 hrs followed by alpha-MSH stimulation for 72 hrs in presence of compound
Inhibition of melanin production in alpha-MSH-stimulated mouse B16 cells incubated for 24 hrs followed by alpha-MSH stimulation for 72 hrs in presence of compound
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[PMID: 29526485] |
| B16 | IC50 |
64 μM
Compound: Arbutin
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Inhibition of alpha-MSH-stimulated melanogenesis in mouse B16 cells assessed as reduction in melanin production incubated for 3 days
Inhibition of alpha-MSH-stimulated melanogenesis in mouse B16 cells assessed as reduction in melanin production incubated for 3 days
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[PMID: 31387790] |
| B16-4A5 | IC50 |
>1000 μM
Compound: Arbutin
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Inhibition of theophylline-stimulated mouse B16-4A5 cell proliferation assessed as cell viability after 68 hrs by WST8 assay
Inhibition of theophylline-stimulated mouse B16-4A5 cell proliferation assessed as cell viability after 68 hrs by WST8 assay
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[PMID: 19615910] |
| B16-4A5 | IC50 |
174 μM
Compound: Arbutin
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Inhibition of theophylline-stimulated melanogenesis in mouse B16-4A5 cells after 72 hrs
Inhibition of theophylline-stimulated melanogenesis in mouse B16-4A5 cells after 72 hrs
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[PMID: 20189399] |
| B16-4A5 | IC50 |
174 μM
Compound: Arutin
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Inhibition of melanogenesis in mouse B16-4A5 cells after 72 hrs by spectrophotometry
Inhibition of melanogenesis in mouse B16-4A5 cells after 72 hrs by spectrophotometry
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[PMID: 23270663] |
| B16-4A5 | IC50 |
174 μM
Compound: Arbutin
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Inhibition of theophylline-induced melanogenesis in mouse B16-4A5 cells after 72 hrs by spectrophotometric analysis relative to control
Inhibition of theophylline-induced melanogenesis in mouse B16-4A5 cells after 72 hrs by spectrophotometric analysis relative to control
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[PMID: 23376010] |
| B16-4A5 | IC50 |
174 μM
Compound: Arbutin
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Inhibition of melanogenesis in mouse B16-4A5 cells after 72 hrs by spectrophotometry relative to control
Inhibition of melanogenesis in mouse B16-4A5 cells after 72 hrs by spectrophotometry relative to control
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[PMID: 24601675] |
| B16-4A5 | IC50 |
174 μM
Compound: arbutin
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Inhibition of melanogenesis in theophylline-stimulated mouse B16-4A5 cells after 72 hrs by microplate reader analysis
Inhibition of melanogenesis in theophylline-stimulated mouse B16-4A5 cells after 72 hrs by microplate reader analysis
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[PMID: 25987378] |
| B16-F1 | IC50 |
122 μM
Compound: Arbutin
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Inhibition of melanin production in C57BL/6J mouse B16-F1 cells incubated for 5 days
Inhibition of melanin production in C57BL/6J mouse B16-F1 cells incubated for 5 days
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[PMID: 27720556] |
| B16-F1 | IC50 |
148.3 μM
Compound: Arbutin
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Antimelanogenic activity in mouse B16-F1 cells assessed as reduction in alpha-MSH-stimulated melanin production preincubated for 72 hrs followed by alpha-MSH-stimulation and measured after 2 hrs
Antimelanogenic activity in mouse B16-F1 cells assessed as reduction in alpha-MSH-stimulated melanin production preincubated for 72 hrs followed by alpha-MSH-stimulation and measured after 2 hrs
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[PMID: 30446440] |
| B16-F1 | IC50 |
87.5 μM
Compound: Arbutin
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Inhibition of tyrosinase in mouse B16-F1 cells
Inhibition of tyrosinase in mouse B16-F1 cells
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[PMID: 30446440] |
| B16-F10 | IC50 |
391.2 μM
Compound: Arbutin
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Cytotoxicity against mouse B16-F10 cells assessed as reduction in cell viability incubated for 72 hrs by XTT assay
Cytotoxicity against mouse B16-F10 cells assessed as reduction in cell viability incubated for 72 hrs by XTT assay
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[PMID: 27720556] |
| Melan-a | IC50 |
98.05 μM
Compound: Arbutin
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Inhibition of melanin formation in mouse Melan-a cells after 5 days by ELISA
Inhibition of melanin formation in mouse Melan-a cells after 5 days by ELISA
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[PMID: 20022495] |
| P388 | IC50 |
>25 μg/mL
Compound: 3
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Cytotoxicity against mouse P388 cells
Cytotoxicity against mouse P388 cells
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[PMID: 9214736] |
Arbutin (0.3-5.4 mM; 24 hours, 48 hours, 72 hours; B16 murine melanoma cells) inhibites the viability of B16 murine melanoma cells in a time-and dose-dependent manner[2].
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Arbutin (1.4-5.4 mM; 24 hours) increases the apoptosis rate of B16 murine melanoma cell of treatment at a dose of 5.4 mM[2].
MedChemExpress (MCE) has not independently confirmed the accuracy of these methods. They are for reference only.
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Cell Line:B16 murine melanoma cells
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Concentration:0.3 mM, 0.7 mM, 1.4 mM, 2.1 mM, 2.9 mM, 3.6 mM, 5.4 mM
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Incubation Time:24 hours, 48 hours or 72 hours
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Result:Inhibited the viability of B16 murine melanoma cells in a time- and dose-dependent manner.
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Cell Line:B16 murine melanoma cells
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Concentration:1.4 mM, 2.9 mM, 5.4 mM
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Incubation Time:24 hours
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Result:Caused apoptosis in 19.3% of the cells.
MedChemExpress (MCE) has not independently confirmed the accuracy of these methods. They are for reference only.
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Animal Model:Male C57BL/6 mice ( 20-25 g)[3]
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Dosage:50 mg/kg, 100 mg/kg
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Administration:Oral administration; every day; for 17 days
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Result:Ameliorated the ISO-induced myocardial injury.
| NCT Number | Sponsor | Condition | Start Date |
Phase
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| NCT01329991 | Plexxikon| | 2011-05 | PHASE1 |
Chemical Information
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CAS No. 497-76-7
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Appearance Solid
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Molecular Weight 272.25
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Formula C12H16O7
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Color White to off-white
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SMILES
O[C@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@@H](CO)O1)O)O)[C@@H]1OC2=CC=C(O)C=C2
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Synonyms
β-Arbutin
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Structure Classification
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Shipping
Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere.
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Storage
Powder -20°C 3 years 4°C 2 years In solvent -80°C 2 years -20°C 1 year
Publications (4)
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Most Recent
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Bioresour Technol
Migration of wood extractives in the fiberline of birch kraft pulp mill with ECF bleaching. [Abstract]2026 Oct:457:134930. PMID: 42167373 -
Arbutin purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Free Radic Biol Med. 2025 Oct 24.
Cell viability after treatment with Arbutin (0–50000 μM) .
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Bioresour Bioprocess
Mechanism of arbutin in metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease based on multi-omics research. [Abstract]2026 Mar 25;13(1):36. PMID: 41879941 -
FEBS Open Bio
Arbutin suppresses osteosarcoma progression via miR-338-3p/MTHFD1L and inactivation of the AKT/mTOR pathway. [Abstract]2021 Jan;11(1):289-299. PMID: 33146000
Arbutin purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: FEBS Open Bio. 2021 Jan;11(1):289-299. [Abstract]
The proliferative ability was explored using CCK‐8 kit in MG‐63 and SW1353 cells treated with 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 and 500 μm Arbutin.
Arbutin purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: FEBS Open Bio. 2021 Jan;11(1):289-299. [Abstract]
The expression of MTHFD1L, CCND1, AKT/p-AKT, and mTOR/p-mTOR in arbutin-treated osteosarcoma cells was detected by Western blotting.
Solvent & Solubility
DMSO : ≥ 50 mg/mL (183.65 mM; Hygroscopic DMSO has a significant impact on the solubility of product, please use newly opened DMSO)
H2O : 33.33 mg/mL (122.42 mM; Need ultrasonic)
* "≥" means soluble, but saturation unknown.
Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 2 years; -20°C, 1 year. When stored at -80°C, please use it within 2 years. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 year.
* Note: If you choose water as the stock solution, please dilute it to the working solution, then filter and sterilize it with a 0.22 μm filter before use.
Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 2 years; -20°C, 1 year. When stored at -80°C, please use it within 2 years. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 year.
* Note: If you choose water as the stock solution, please dilute it to the working solution, then filter and sterilize it with a 0.22 μm filter before use.
Concentration (start) × Volume (start) = Concentration (final) × Volume (final)
Select the appropriate dissolution method based on your experimental animal and administration route.
- For the following dissolution methods, please ensure to first prepare a clear stock solution using an In Vitro approach and then sequentially add co-solvents:
- To ensure reliable experimental results, the clarified stock solution can be appropriately stored based on storage conditions. As for the working solution for In Vivo experiments, it is recommended to prepare freshly and use it on the same day.
- The percentages shown for the solvents indicate their volumetric ratio in the final prepared solution. If precipitation or phase separation occurs during preparation, heat and/or sonication can be used to aid dissolution.
Add each solvent one by one: 10% DMSO 40% PEG300 5% Tween-80 45% Saline
Solubility: ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (9.18 mM); Clear solution
This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (saturation unknown).
Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (25.0 mg/mL) to 400 μL PEG300, and mix evenly; then add 50 μL Tween-80 and mix evenly; then add 450 μL Saline to adjust the volume to 1 mL.
Preparation of Saline: Dissolve 0.9 g sodium chloride in ddH₂O and dilute to 100 mL to obtain a clear Saline solution.
Add each solvent one by one: 10% DMSO 90% (20% SBE-β-CD in Saline)
Solubility: ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (9.18 mM); Clear solution
This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (saturation unknown).
Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (25.0 mg/mL) to 900 μL 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline, and mix evenly.
Preparation of 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline (4°C, storage for one week): 2 g SBE-β-CD powder is dissolved in 10 mL Saline, completely dissolve until clear.
For the following dissolution methods, please prepare the working solution directly:
It is recommended to prepare fresh solutions and use them promptly within a short period of time.
The percentages shown for the solvents indicate their volumetric ratio in the final prepared solution. If precipitation or phase separation occurs during preparation, heat and/or sonication can be used to aid dissolution.
Add each solvent one by one: PBS
Solubility: 100 mg/mL (367.31 mM); Clear solution; Need ultrasonic
Please enter the basic information of animal experiments:
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Recommended: Prepare an additional quantity of animals to account for potential losses during experiments.
Working solution concentration: 0.22 mg/mL
This product has good water solubility, please refer to the measured solubility data in water/PBS/Saline for details.
Purity & Documentation
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References
[1]. Garcia-Jimenez A, et al. Action of tyrosinase on alpha and beta-arbutin: A kinetic study. PLoS One. 2017 May 11;12(5):e0177330. [Content Brief]
[2]. Jiang L, et al. Investigation of the pro-apoptotic effects of arbutin and its acetylated derivative on murinemelanoma cells. Int J Mol Med. 2018 Feb;41(2):1048-1054. [Content Brief]
[3]. Nalban N, et al. Arbutin Attenuates Isoproterenol-Induced Cardiac Hypertrophy by Inhibiting TLR-4/NF-κB Pathway in Mice. Cardiovasc Toxicol. 2019 Sep 4. [Content Brief]
Complete Stock Solution Preparation Table
Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 2 years; -20°C, 1 year. When stored at -80°C, please use it within 2 years. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 year.
| Optional Solvent | Concentration Solvent Mass | 1 mg | 5 mg | 10 mg | 25 mg |
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| H2O / DMSO | 1 mM | 3.6731 mL | 18.3655 mL | 36.7309 mL | 91.8274 mL |
| 5 mM | 0.7346 mL | 3.6731 mL | 7.3462 mL | 18.3655 mL | |
| 10 mM | 0.3673 mL | 1.8365 mL | 3.6731 mL | 9.1827 mL | |
| 15 mM | 0.2449 mL | 1.2244 mL | 2.4487 mL | 6.1218 mL | |
| 20 mM | 0.1837 mL | 0.9183 mL | 1.8365 mL | 4.5914 mL | |
| 25 mM | 0.1469 mL | 0.7346 mL | 1.4692 mL | 3.6731 mL | |
| 30 mM | 0.1224 mL | 0.6122 mL | 1.2244 mL | 3.0609 mL | |
| 40 mM | 0.0918 mL | 0.4591 mL | 0.9183 mL | 2.2957 mL | |
| 50 mM | 0.0735 mL | 0.3673 mL | 0.7346 mL | 1.8365 mL | |
| 60 mM | 0.0612 mL | 0.3061 mL | 0.6122 mL | 1.5305 mL | |
| 80 mM | 0.0459 mL | 0.2296 mL | 0.4591 mL | 1.1478 mL | |
| 100 mM | 0.0367 mL | 0.1837 mL | 0.3673 mL | 0.9183 mL |
* Note: If you choose water as the stock solution, please dilute it to the working solution, then filter and sterilize it with a 0.22 μm filter before use.