Regioselective Enzymatic Synthesis of Kojic Acid Monoesters
Kojic acid is a fungal metabolite and one of the strongest tyrosinase inhibitors. Its esters are used as lipid-compatible skin whitening components in cosmetic formulations. In this study, lipase PS, lipase AK, Lipolyve AN and pig pancreatic lipase catalyzed the acetylation of kojic acid under selec...
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| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-11-01
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| Series: | Catalysts |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4344/11/12/1430 |