Cosmetic Grade Piroctone Olamine
Product Name: Piroctone Olamine
INCI Name: Piroctone Olamine
Alias: Pyridone Ethanolamine Salt, Piroctone Ethanolamine
Grade: Cosmetic Premium Grade (High Purity, High Activity, Low Irritation)
Raw Material Source: Synthesized and refined through high-precision chemical synthesis and multi-stage recrystallization purification technology, with high active content and stable monomer activity
Appearance: White or off-white crystalline powder, odorless, pure texture without impurities and agglomeration
Core Ingredients: Piroctone active monomer, ethanolamine chelating structure, high-efficiency antifungal active factors
MOQ (Minimum Order Quantity): 25KG
Solubility: Easily soluble in ethanol, propylene glycol and cosmetic solvents, partially soluble in water, excellent compatibility with shampoo, hair conditioner and scalp care formula systems
Core Efficacy: Efficient anti-dandruff and anti-itching, inhibit malassezia reproduction, relieve scalp redness and itching, balance scalp oil secretion, repair fragile scalp barrier, improve oily flaky scalp
Key Characteristics: High-purity active ingredient, mild and low irritation, no damage to scalp and hair, long-lasting antifungal effect, not easy to produce drug resistance, stable formula activity, compatible with various hair care active ingredients
Storage Condition: Sealed and stored in dry, cool and dark warehouse, avoid high temperature, humidity and strong light exposure; keep tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption, agglomeration and activity attenuation
Shelf Life: 24 Months
Application: Widely used in anti-dandruff shampoo, scalp soothing lotion, oil-control hair care products, scalp repair essence, anti-itching hair conditioner and high-end scalp care functional cosmetics
Piroctone Olamine, Cosmetic Grade Piroctone Olamine, Anti-dandruff, Anti-itching, Anti-fungal, Scalp Oil Control, Scalp Barrier Repair, Hair Care Raw Material
Cosmetic Grade Piroctone Olamine
Cosmetic Grade Piroctone Olamine is a high-efficiency, mild and safe special anti-dandruff and scalp care cosmetic active raw material. Different from traditional high-irritation anti-dandruff ingredients, it targets Malassezia, the core fungus causing dandruff and scalp itching, and can effectively inhibit the proliferation and metabolism of scalp Malassezia from the source, cut off the inducing factors of dandruff, scalp itching and scalp inflammation.
It has excellent broad-spectrum antifungal and antibacterial activity, which can comprehensively clean the scalp microecological environment, improve scalp oil accumulation, flaking and dry itching problems caused by fungal reproduction. With mild anti-inflammatory and soothing properties, it can relieve scalp redness, swelling and sensitive discomfort caused by fungal irritation, repair damaged scalp barrier, enhance scalp tolerance, and improve fragile and sensitive scalp state.
The product has mild chemical properties, no irritation to scalp skin and hair, no peculiar smell, no drug resistance after long-term use, and effectively solves the problem of repeated dandruff. It has stable formula compatibility, will not affect the foaming power and texture of shampoo products, and can be perfectly compounded with moisturizing, soothing and hair-care ingredients. It is a core high-quality active raw material for high-end mild anti-dandruff shampoo and professional scalp care products.



Key Benefits
• Targeted Anti-dandruff & Radical Improvement:Precisely inhibit scalp Malassezia, fundamentally solve dandruff recurrence and scalp itching, with long-lasting anti-dandruff effect, not easy to rebound.
• Mild & Low Irritation, Scalp-friendly:High-purity refined formula, no strong irritation ingredients, mild to sensitive scalp, no dry and tight scalp after use, no damage to hair scales, suitable for long-term daily care.
• Oil Control & Balance Scalp Microecology:Effectively regulate scalp sebum secretion, improve oily greasy scalp, reduce oil accumulation, keep scalp fresh and dry, and purify scalp flora balance.
• Anti-inflammatory Soothing & Barrier Repair:Relieve scalp inflammatory redness, swelling and itching, repair damaged scalp barrier, enhance scalp self-protection ability, improve sensitive and fragile scalp.
• No Drug Resistance & Stable Efficacy:Unique antifungal mechanism, no bacterial and fungal drug resistance after long-term use, stable and lasting efficacy, solve the problem of ineffective traditional anti-dandruff ingredients.
• Excellent Formula Compatibility:Stable activity in conventional hair care formula systems, does not affect product foaming and sense of use, can be compounded with various hair care actives to improve comprehensive product efficacy.
Applications
• Mild Anti-dandruff Shampoo:Core active raw material for high-end mild anti-dandruff shampoo, children's anti-dandruff hair wash and sensitive scalp shampoo, realize safe and long-lasting anti-dandruff care.
• Scalp Oil Control Care Products:Added in oil-control shampoo, refreshing scalp care lotion and anti-grease hair products, balance scalp oil and keep scalp fresh for a long time.
• Scalp Repair & Soothing Series:Widely used in scalp soothing essence, scalp barrier repair lotion and post-perm scalp care products, relieve scalp sensitivity and repair damaged scalp.
• Anti-itching Hair Conditioner & Hair Mask:Special anti-dandruff and anti-itching raw material for hair conditioner and hair mask, improve dry and itchy scalp caused by dryness and fungal infection, nourish hair while protecting scalp.
• Professional Scalp Care Products:Preferred raw material for salon professional scalp cleansing care products, solve stubborn dandruff, recurrent itching and oily scalp problems efficiently.
• Daily Gentle Hair Cleaning Products:Suitable for long-term mild hair washing formula systems, reduce scalp inflammatory problems, maintain healthy scalp microecology, and protect hair and scalp double health.
Certificate Of Analysis (COA)
Test Item | Standard Specification | Test Result |
Product Name | Piroctone Olamine | Compliant |
INCI Name | Piroctone Olamine | Compliant |
Appearance | White or Off-white Crystalline Powder | Compliant |
Odor | Odorless, No Peculiar Smell | Compliant |
Purity | ≥99.0% | 99.3% |
Melting Point | 130℃~135℃ | 132.1℃ |
Loss on Drying | ≤0.5% | 0.21% |
Heavy Metal (Pb) | ≤1ppm | 0.2ppm |
Arsenic (As) | ≤0.5ppm | 0.1ppm |
Residue on Ignition | ≤0.1% | 0.05% |
Microorganism | ≤100CFU/g, No Pathogenic Bacteria | Qualified |
Conclusion | Conforms to cosmetic grade quality standard | Qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
• Q1: What is the MOQ of Piroctone Olamine?
A1: The standard MOQ is 25KG, and sample orders are supported for formula testing and efficacy trial production.
• Q2: What certification documents can be provided?
A2: Complete COA, MSDS, heavy metal and microbial test reports and full set of customs clearance documents are available to support export declaration and cosmetic product filing.
• Q3: What is the recommended dosage in cosmetic formulas?
A3: The conventional addition ratio is 0.05%-0.5%; 0.05%-0.2% for daily anti-dandruff shampoo, 0.2%-0.5% for high-efficiency scalp repair and stubborn dandruff care products.
• Q4: What is the advantage compared with traditional ZPT anti-dandruff ingredients?
A4: Piroctone Olamine is milder and less irritating, does not damage hair and scalp, has better oil control and anti-inflammatory effect, no peculiar smell, no drug resistance, and is more suitable for high-end mild scalp care formulas than ZPT.
• Q5: Is it suitable for sensitive scalp and children's hair care products?
A5: Yes, the raw material is highly purified and mild in nature, low irritation and high safety, which can be safely used in sensitive scalp care and children's mild anti-dandruff washing products.
• Q6: What raw materials can it be compounded with?
A6: It has excellent compatibility with surfactants, plant extracts, moisturizing glycols and hair nourishing ingredients, which can realize anti-dandruff, oil control and soothing compound efficacy.
• Q7: Do you support stable large-batch supply all year round? A7: Standardized purification production line ensures stable annual output and sufficient inventory, supports long-term cooperative orders and customized formula matching services.
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