Piroctone Olamine

Cas 68890-66-4

Piroctone Olamine Cas 68890-66-4

Piroctone Olamine Cas 68890-66-4

Chemical Properties Of Piroctone Olamine Cas 68890-66-4

Piroctone Olamine is a highly effective, non-toxic, and non-irritating anti-dandruff agent that can be widely used in hair care products such as anti-dandruff shampoos, hair tonics, and conditioners.
Molecular formula: C₁₆H₃₀N₂O₃; molecular weight: 298.43. It is a highly effective, mild antifungal agent and anti-dandruff agent widely used in the personal care and cosmetics industries, playing a particularly important role in anti-dandruff shampoo formulations.
PO also possesses metal-chelating properties, forming stable complexes with metal ions such as iron and copper to interfere with fungal metabolic processes; it exhibits good compatibility with most surfactants, emulsifiers, and preservatives.

Product Description Of Piroctone Olamine Cas 68890-66-4

ItemSpecification
Melting point134.0 to 138.0°C
Boiling point135–235°C [at 101.325 Pa]
Density1.1 g/cm³ at 21.5°C
Vapor pressure0–0 Pa at 20–25°C
Acid dissociation constant (pKa)5.9–7.4 [at 20°C]
Flash point161.9°C
SolubilityHighly soluble in polar solvents such as ethanol, propylene glycol, and glycerol; slightly soluble in water; aqueous solutions are weakly alkaline.
StabilityStable at room temperature; retains activity for over 2 years when stored in a sealed container away from light; decomposes easily under high-temperature, strong acid, or strong alkali conditions, losing its antifungal activity.

Product Application Of Piroctone Olamine Cas 68890-66-4

  1. Personal Care and Cosmetics: Primarily used in anti-dandruff shampoos (at 0.3%–1.0%) to inhibit Malassezia fungi and address dandruff and itchy scalp; also used in conditioners, body washes, and facial care products, offering scalp care, acne prevention, oil control, and protection against skin fungi, while being gentle and low-irritating.
  2. Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Sector: Used in topical skin formulations to treat superficial fungal infections such as tinea manuum and tinea pedis; added to toothpaste and mouthwash to prevent oral Candida infections and bad breath; also used in pet shampoos to prevent and treat fungal skin infections and dandruff in pets.
  3. Other Applications: Used as a mold inhibitor in textiles and leather goods to extend shelf life; used at low concentrations for the control of fungal diseases in crops; used in industrial products such as paints and adhesives to prevent spoilage and damage caused by mold.
Packaging Method Of Piroctone Olamine Cas 68890-66-4
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