Zinc Pyrithione / ZPT CAS 13463-41-7
Product Name: Zinc Pyrithione ZPT 48%
CAS No: 13463-41-7
Molecular Formula: C10H8N2O2S2Zn
Molecular Weight: 362.08
Appearance: White Latex
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Scope of application
1. Anti-dandruff Shampoos: ZPT is a key ingredient in many anti-dandruff shampoos, such as Head & Shoulders and Clear. It effectively reduces dandruff by inhibiting the growth of Malassezia, a fungus associated with dandruff.
2. Skin Care Products: ZPT is also used in some skincare products to treat mild acne or seborrheic dermatitis.
3. Other Applications: It is used in paints, antifouling coatings, and other industrial applications to prevent microbial growth.
Zinc Pyrithione (ZPT)Usage effect
1. Strong antibacterial and antifungal ability: ZPT has significant bactericidal and growth-inhibiting effects on a variety of bacteria, fungi, and yeasts. It can effectively inhibit the reproduction of Malassezia, which is one of the main causes of dandruff. Therefore, ZPT performs well in anti-dandruff shampoo products.
2. Long-lasting antibacterial effect: ZPT can adhere to the scalp and hair for a long time, and is not easily washed off by water or absorbed by the skin. This allows it to exert its antibacterial effect for a long time and continuously reduce the occurrence of dandruff.
3. Relatively high safety: At the prescribed concentration of use, ZPT has low toxicity to human cells and has almost no side effects when used for a long time. It mainly works by inhibiting the growth of microorganisms without causing direct damage to human cells.
4. Regulating sebum secretion: ZPT not only removes dandruff, but also has the effect of regulating sebum secretion, which helps keep the scalp fresh and healthy.
5. Low price: Compared with some other anti-dandruff ingredients, ZPT has a lower cost, which makes it more widely used in cosmetics and personal care products.
6. Wide application: In addition to its application in anti-dandruff shampoo products, ZPT is also used in skin care products, preservatives, pigment stabilizers, and agricultural fields, showing its versatility and wide application prospects.
