Ciclopirox Olamine
A cosmetic ingredient used as anti-seborrheic, antimicrobial in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
6-Cyclohexyl-1-hydroxy-4-methylpyridin-2(1H)-one, compound with 2-aminoethanol (1:1)
What does it do?
Ciclopirox Olamine is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Anti-seborrheic
helps regulate excess sebum production on skin and scalp
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Antimicrobial
kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is restricted in the European Union.
Ciclopirox Olamine is listed under Annex III of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 61). It is permitted only under specific conditions, concentration limits, or in particular product types.
Frequently asked questions
What is Ciclopirox Olamine?
Ciclopirox Olamine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 6-Cyclohexyl-1-hydroxy-4-methylpyridin-2(1H)-one, compound with 2-aminoethanol (1:1)
Is Ciclopirox Olamine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Only with restrictions. Ciclopirox Olamine is permitted in EU cosmetics only under specific conditions defined in Annex III of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ciclopirox Olamine do in cosmetic products?
Ciclopirox Olamine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anti-seborrheic, antimicrobial.
What is the CAS number of Ciclopirox Olamine?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ciclopirox Olamine is 41621-49-2.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010