KOJIC ACID DIPALMITATE is a chelation agent produced by several species of fungi, especially Aspergillus oryzae. It is a mild inhibitor of pigment formation in plant and animal tissues and is used in food and cosmetics to preserve or change the colours of substances. It forms a bright red complex with ferric ions.
Some application
KOJIC ACID DIPALMITATEd applied in Cosmetics: kojic acid has been widely added to lotion, face masks, liquid cream and skin cream. Recommendation usage for cosmetics: 0.2~1.0%.