Cosmetic raw material whitening agent, TRANEXAMIC ACID, CAS number: 1197-18-8

TRANEXAMIC ACID

1. Basic information ‌
Chemical name ‌ : trans-4-aminomethylcyclohexanformic acid
Also known as ‌ : tranexamic acid, clotting acid, hemostatic ring acid
Chemical formula ‌ : C₈H₁₅NO₂
Molecular weight ‌ : 157.21 g/mol
Appearance ‌ : White crystalline powder
Solubility ‌ : Readily soluble in water and acids/bases, insoluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and acetone
2. Core efficacy and mechanism of action ‌
Whitening and fading spots ‌
Inhibit tyrosinase activity and reduce melanin production;
Blocking melanin transfer to the epidermis improves pigmentation and acne marks;
It works well on chloasma and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH).
Anti-inflammatory repair ‌
Reduce pro-inflammatory factor expression, relieve redness and chronic inflammation;
Accelerate post-medical aesthetic (such as laser, picosecond) repair to prevent darkening.
Antioxidant & Anti-aging ‌
Inhibit matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) and reduce collagen degradation;
Enhance hyaluronic acid synthesis and improve skin moisture retention.
3. Product application and formula characteristics ‌
Applicable products ‌ :
Essence (such as Uffis, Ouzeman), repair cream, whitening mask;
Common compatibility ingredients: NIACINAMIDE (synergistic brightening), panthenol (enhancing repair), VC derivatives (antioxidant enhancement).
Formula advantage ‌ :
pH neutral (7-8), mild and low irritation, suitable for sensitive skin;
High stability, not easily photodeactivated.
4. Regulations and usage specifications ‌
Regional limit requirements
China ‌ Resident class ≤2.0%, washed class ≤3.0%
Eu ‌ resident type recommendation ≤2.2%
Japan ‌ ≤3.0% and with a warning label

Notes ‌ :

Use in the evening (some formulations are photosensitive);
A local test is recommended for sensitive skin.
5. Market positioning and development trends ‌
Market size ‌ : In 2023, the market for TRANEXAMIC ACID skin care products in China was approximately 1 billion yuan, with an annual growth rate exceeding 15%.
Trend direction ‌ :
High concentration permeation technology (improving transdermal rate);
Dual-track layout of medical art post-repair and daily whitening.

Note: The actual application should be combined with individual skin type and professional guidance. Avoid using it in combination with strong irritants (such as high concentrations of retinol).