4-n Butylresorcinol

About 4-n Butylresorcinol

As an leading organization, we are engaged in offering 4-n-butylresorcinol in desired quantities. It is a synthetic compound that is designed to stop melanin production by inhibiting enzymes required for melanin synthesis. This compound is used as an active ingredient for skin lightening and treatment of hyper pigmentation. This compound provides good stability especially in emulsions and various cosmetic formulations. There are no unwanted side-effects in this product and also, it has excellent skin whitening, skin brightening, and antioxidant effects.

4-N-Butylresorcinol by Shreeji Pharma International is pure and effective, which is why widely used in pharmaceutical industry. This chemical also known as 4-Butylresorcinol, is utilized in the treatment of hyperpigmentation of the epidermis. There is evidence to suggest that hyperpigmentation is related to tyrosinase, the enzyme that produces melanin.

4-n-butylresorcinol Properties:

• Case No: 18979-61-8
• Formula: C₁₀H₁₄O₂
• Molar mass: 166.220 gmol¹
• Molecular Weight: 166.22
• Synonyms: Rucinol
• Chemical Name:   1, 3-Benzenediol,4-butyl-

How does it work?

A new hypopigmenting agent, 4-n-butylresorcinol 0.3% cream, has been launched recently in India. This resorcinol derivative inhibits tyrosinase as well as tyrosinase-related protein-1.

Applications. Or where it is used:

Clinically, the improvement of skin hypopigmentations indicates that 4-n-butylresorcinol is an effective active compound in treating pigmentation disorders.

Side effects:

However, it took a relatively long time to achieve the hypopigmenting results in the previous studies. A recent double-blind trial10 also reported adverse events, including mild erythema, dryness, peeling, and desquamation in eight out of twenty eight patients. 

Warnings and precautions while using this product:

Do not inhale or contact your eyes or skin. Prevent aerosol and dust formation. Place in an area with adequate ventilation.

Wear a full protective suit. Do not breathe in vapors, dust, mist, or gases. Proper ventilation is essential.