Phloretin is a natural dihydrochalcone flavonoid extracted mainly from apple peel, pear bark and rose root, widely applied in cosmetic, food additive and pharmaceutical research industries. In cosmetic field, it serves as classic skin whitening and anti-oxidant raw material, inhibiting tyrosinase activity to block melanin generation, added into whitening essence, facial cream and sunscreen products; meanwhile it eliminates free radicals to relieve skin aging and dullness. For food industry, it works as natural antioxidant preservative for edible oil, beverage and baked food to extend shelf life instead of synthetic preservatives. In biopharma research, it acts as glucose transporter inhibitor for cell pharmacology experiments, used as reference substance in anti-diabetes, anti-inflammatory and anti-tumor preclinical study. Standard packing: 1kg/5kg aluminum foil bag for lab sample, 25kg fiber drum for bulk order, major clients cover cosmetic factories, food additive manufacturers and pharmaceutical R&D laboratories globally.
GHS:H315,H319,H335;Signal Word:Warning
Low acute toxicity natural extract powder, floating fine dust causes mild irritation on skin, eye conjunctiva and respiratory tract during weighing and pulverization. Skin contact brings slight redness and itchiness, flush contaminated skin with plenty of running water over 15 minutes right after exposure. Powder splashing into eyes triggers stinging and lachrymation, continuously rinse eyes ≥15 min with clean water and consult doctor if discomfort persists. Inhalation of dust leads to dry throat and transient cough; all operations shall proceed in ventilated fume hood with nitrile gloves, dust-proof goggles and anti-dust mask. Store separately from strong oxidants, strong alkaline chemicals and food raw materials in dry warehouse. Discarded leftover powder belongs to ordinary biochemical waste, collected centrally and disposed by qualified waste treatment institution per local environmental regulation, prohibited arbitrary pouring into sewer or soil.