C16H30N2O3
Piroctone olamine is the ethanolamine salt of the hydroxamic acid derivative piroctone. It is often used in anti-dandruff shampoo as a replacement for the commonly used compound zinc pyrithione
1-Hydroxy-4-methyl-6-(2,4,4-trimethylpentyl)-2-(1H)pyridinone 2-aminoethanol salt
Property
Specifications
Structure
IUPAC Name
piroctone ethanolamine
Appearance
White or slightly yellow crystalline powder
Molar Mass
298.421 g/mol
Density
1.1[at 20℃]
Melting Point
130-136°C
Boiling Point
344.1 °C
Solubility in Water
slightly soluble
Vapour Pressure
0-0Pa at 20-25℃
Flash Point
Viscosity
Not Available
Odour
Not Available
APHA Value
Not Available
Hazard Identification
Not Available
Piroctone Olamine is used in the treatment of dandruff and fungal infections. Piroctone Olamine is an antifungal medication. It works by penetrating the cell membrane of the fungi to interfere with their energy metabolism and oxygen uptake. This kills the fungi and clears up the infection.
Piroctone Olamine Market Base Year Value (2021A) US$ 69.2 MillionEstimated Market Size Year (2022E) US$ 73.0 MillionProjected Market Valuation (2032F) US$ 137.1 MillionValue-based CAGR (2022 to 2032) 6.5%
India
1 Year
