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Piroctone Olamine
Anti-dandruff and scalp-care active (antifungal, chelating) for rinse-off and leave-on scalp products.
Regular supplyScalp & hair care
Identity
- INCI name
- Piroctone Olamine
- Also known as
- Hydroxypyridone anti-dandruff active
- IUPAC name
- 1-Hydroxy-4-methyl-6-(2,4,4-trimethylpentyl)pyridin-2(1H)-one, compound with 2-aminoethanol (1:1)
- CAS number
- 68890-66-4
- Molecular formula
- C16H30N2O3
- Molecular weight
- 298.42 g/mol
- Appearance
- White to slightly yellow crystalline powder
Typical specification
| Parameter | Typical value |
|---|---|
| Assay | 98.0 to 101.5 % |
| Purity (HPLC) | ≥ 99.0 % |
| Ethanolamine content | 20.05 to 20.9 % |
| Melting point | 130 to 136 °C |
| Loss on drying | ≤ 0.30 % |
Indicative values. The lot certificate of analysis governs. Full TDS and SDS available on request; analytical methods shared under CDA.
Applications
- •Anti-dandruff shampoo
- •Scalp tonics and serums
- •Rinse-off and leave-on scalp care
Regulatory note
Permitted preservative in the EU (Annex V) and Korea (MFDS list: 1.0 % rinse-off, 0.5 % leave-on). Efficacy claims on finished products are the responsibility of the brand owner and are market-specific.