Zinc Pyrithione
⚠ EU RestrictedIdentification
CAS Number 13463-41-7
EINECS / EC 236-671-3
CosIng Ref 38974
Chemical Name zinc bis(1-oxidopyridin-1-ium-2-thiolate)
Formula C10H8N2O2S2Zn
Mol. Weight 317.7 g/mol
Function & Classification
Primary Function Active - Anti-Dandruff
Secondary Functions ANTI-SEBUM; HAIR CONDITIONING; PRESERVATIVE
Category Actives
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%. Not in leave-on products. Not in products for face.
Mandatory Warning Contains Zinc Pyrithione. For rinse-off hair products only.
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Safety Profile
2 / 10
Skin Type Compatibility
Fungal Acne Safe ✓ Safe
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Formulation Guidelines
Benefits Anti-dandruff; antibacterial; antifungal
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