Piroctone Olamine
A cosmetic ingredient used as anti-seborrheic, preservative in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1-Hydroxy-4-methyl-6-(2,4,4-trimethylpentyl)pyridin-2(1H)-one, compound with 2-aminoethanol (1:1)
What does it do?
Piroctone 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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Preservative
prevents microbial growth in cosmetic products, extending shelf life and protecting users
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is restricted in the European Union.
Piroctone Olamine is listed under Annex III of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 61V). It is permitted only under specific conditions, concentration limits, or in particular product types.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Piroctone Olamine?
Piroctone Olamine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1-Hydroxy-4-methyl-6-(2,4,4-trimethylpentyl)pyridin-2(1H)-one, compound with 2-aminoethanol (1:1)
Is Piroctone Olamine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Only with restrictions. Piroctone Olamine is permitted in EU cosmetics only under specific conditions defined in Annex III of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Piroctone Olamine do in cosmetic products?
Piroctone Olamine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anti-seborrheic, preservative.
What is the CAS number of Piroctone Olamine?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Piroctone Olamine is 68890-66-4.
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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: 10/08/2020