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Piroctone Olamine

Piroctone olamine

Safety Notes

Dual function: preservative at low dose; active anti-dandruff at higher dose; well tolerated

Function & Common Use

Function

Preservative / Antidandruff

Category

Preservative

Common In

Anti-dandruff shampoos, scalp care

Origin

Synthetic

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No formal limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

0.1% rinse-off / 0.05% leave-on as preservative; 1% antidandruff in shampoo EU Annex VI

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Piroctone Olamine safe to use in skincare?

Piroctone Olamine has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Dual function: preservative at low dose; active anti-dandruff at higher dose; well tolerated

Is Piroctone Olamine allowed in India?

Piroctone Olamine is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. The maximum permitted concentration is No formal limit.

What is Piroctone Olamine used for in cosmetics?

Piroctone Olamine functions as: Preservative / Antidandruff. It is commonly found in: Anti-dandruff shampoos, scalp care.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted

EU Annex: EU Annex V+VI

Identifiers

CAS68890-66-4

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