Piroctone Olamine
⚠ EU RestrictedIdentification
CAS Number 68890-66-4
EINECS / EC 272-574-2
CosIng Ref 36604
Chemical Name 1-Hydroxy-4-methyl-6-(2,4,4-trimethylpentyl)pyridin-2(1H)-one, compound with 2-aminoethanol (1:1)
Formula C16H30N2O3
Mol. Weight 298.42 g/mol
Function & Classification
Primary Function Active - Anti-Dandruff
Secondary Functions PRESERVATIVE
EU Regulatory Status
Max Rinse-off 1%
Restrictions Max 1% (rinse-off hair products only). Not in other product types.
Conditions of Use Rinse-off hair: max 1.0%. Face/body leave-on: max 0.5%.
Safety Profile
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