Piroctone Olamine
Kopirox
KOPIROX is the most effective anti-dandruff active ingredient to be used in all kinds of hair
products and deodorant. KOPIROXis known for its bacterio-static and fungi-static
properties, specifically working against Pityrosporum ovale, which lives on the skin and is
associated with dandruffand other manifestations of flaking on the face and scalp.
INCI Name
Piroctone Olamine
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Chemical Name
1-Hydroxy-4-methyl-6-(2,4,4-trimethylpentyl)pyridine-2(1H)-one,compound with 2-aminothanol (1:1)
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Molecular Weight
298.42 g/mol
CAS number
68890-66-4
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EINECS number
272-574-2
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Characteristic
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Appearance
Clear colourless to yellowish liquid
Solubility
Readily soluble in alcohol (10%), soluble in aqueous surfactant solutions (10%), practically insoluble in water
Application & Dosage
KOPIROX is the most effective anti-dandruff active ingredient to be used in all kinds of hair
products and deodorant. KOPIROXis known for its bacterio-static and fungi-static
properties, specifically working against Pityrosporum ovale, which lives on the skin and is
associated with dandruffand other manifestations of flaking on the face and scalp.
Stability & Storage KOPIROX may be stored for 2 years from the date of manufacturing in original, sealedcontainer protected from light and heat.
Stability & Storage KOPIROX may be stored for 2 years from the date of manufacturing in original, sealedcontainer protected from light and heat.