Cosmetic Raw Material OCT Piroctone Olamine Powder for Hair Care
Product Introduction
Piroctone Olamine (OCT) is high-purity white crystalline powder. It effectively inhibits Malassezia to remove dandruff and relieve scalp itch. Featuring stable properties and good solubility, it suits various formulas including transparent products. Mild and low-irritating, it works for all scalp types, and also helps control oil and soothe skin. Widely used in shampoo, scalp essence, facial cleanser and mouthwash, it is a safe, efficient and multi-functional raw material for daily care products.
Piroctone Olamine boasts powerful antibacterial activity against Malassezia, providing long-lasting anti-dandruff and anti-itch effects. It features excellent resistance to acid, alkali, high temperature and light, and works well in transparent formulas. Mild and skin-friendly, it is safe for all skin and scalp types including sensitive ones. Effective at low dosage, it contains no heavy metals and is easily biodegradable. Fully compliant with cosmetic regulations, it outperforms traditional anti-dandruff ingredients in overall performance.
Features
High-purity Piroctone Olamine powder has stable physical and chemical properties with good light and heat resistance. It delivers strong bacteriostatic, anti-dandruff and anti-itch effects. Featuring excellent compatibility, it is suitable for transparent formulas. Mild and non-irritating, it needs no extra suspending agent. It is biodegradable and compliant with regulations, an ideal raw material for daily care products.
This powder has broad-spectrum antibacterial activity. It long-lastingly removes dandruff, relieves itch and regulates sebum secretion. It dissolves well and fits wash-off and leave-on products. Effective at low dosage, it is cost-efficient. Free of heavy metals, it is biodegradable and fully compliant. It will not harm scalp or skin even with long-term application.
Product Application
Anti-dandruff & anti-itch.
It inhibits Malassezia fundamentally, relieves dandruff, itch and redness for long-lasting fresh scalp.


Oil control.
It regulates sebum secretion, reduces greasiness and balances scalp condition.
Antibacterial skincare.
With broad-spectrum bacteriostatic effect, it improves oily skin and acne problems.

Basic Analysis
| Item | Specification |
| Product Name | Piroctone Olamine Powder (OCT / Octopirox) |
| INCI Name | Piroctone Olamine |
| CAS No. | 68890-66-4 |
| Appearance | White to pale yellow crystalline powder |
| Purity (HPLC) | ≥99.0% |
| Melting Point | 130 ~ 135 °C |
| pH Value (1% aqueous suspension, 20°C) | 8.5 ~ 10.0 |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water, soluble in methanol and ethanol |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.5% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.1% |
| Recommended Dosage | 0.1% - 1.0% |
| Storage Condition | Sealed, store in cool, dry and dark place |
| Shelf Life | 24 months (unopened) |
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