ZINC PYRITHIONE
ZINC PYRITHIONE is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Anti-Seborrheic. Also known as CAS 13463-41-7. It is regulated in 17 markets including UAE, Bahrain, Brazil.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 13463-41-7
Market Overview — 29 Markets
Detailed Regulations
Europe1 regulation
- Chemical name
- Pyrithione zinc; (T-4)- bis[1-(hydroxy-.kappa.O)pyridine-2(1H)- thionato-.kappa.S]zinc
- CAS
- 13463-41-7
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex II
Americas1 regulation
- Chemical name
- Piritionato de Zinco (ZINC PYRITHIONE) (CAS 13463-41-7)
- CAS
- 13463-41-7
- Max concentration
- 1%
- Product type
- Agente anticaspa em produtos para o cabelo que se enxáguem.
- Conditions of use
- Application: Agente anticaspa em produtos para o cabelo que se enxáguem.
Source: ANVISA RDC 530
East Asia & Oceania5 regulations
- Chemical name
- Zinc Pyrithione
- Conditions of use
- * 배합한도 : <보존제> ∙ 사용 후 씻어내는 제품에 0.5% ∙ 기타 제품에는 사용금지 <기타 성분> ∙ 비듬 및 가려움을 덜어주고 씻어내는 제품(샴푸, 린스)에 총∙ 징크피리치온으로서 1.0% ∙ 기타 제품에는 사용금지
Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation
- Chemical name
- Zinc pyrithione
- Max concentration
- 0.010%
- Product type
- Leave-on (cosmetics not washed away)
Source: MHLW Standards for Cosmetics (Notification No.331 of 2000)
- Chemical name
- Zinc pyrithione
- Max concentration
- 0.10%
- Product type
- Rinse-off (cosmetics washed away after use)
Source: MHLW Standards for Cosmetics (Notification No.331 of 2000)
- Chemical name
- Pyrithione zinc(1)
- CAS
- 13463-41-7
- Max concentration
- (a) 1 % (b) 0.5 %
- Product type
- (a)Hair products (b)Other products
- Conditions of use
- Only rinse-off products; Not to be used in oral products
Source: TFDA Cosmetics Regulations
- Chemical name
- Pyrithione zinc 註
- CAS
- 13463-41-7
- Max concentration
- 0.1%
- Product type
- Leave-on hair products
Source: TFDA Cosmetics Regulations
ASEAN12 regulations
- Chemical name
- Pyrithione Zinc / Zinc pyrithione
- CAS
- 13463-41-7
- Max concentration
- 0.1% 1.0%
- Product type
- Leave-on hair products Rinse-off hair products
- Conditions of use
- For purposes other than inhibiting the development of microorganisms in the product, this purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product As a preservative, see Annex VI, Part 1, No 8
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Zinc pyrithione (3)
- CAS
- 13463-41-7
- Max concentration
- Hair products; 1.0% Other products; 0.5%
- Conditions of use
- Rinse off products only. Not for use in products for oral hygiene
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Pyrithione Zinc / Zinc pyrithione
- CAS
- 13463-41-7
- Max concentration
- 0.1% 1.0%
- Product type
- Leave-on hair products Rinse-off hair products
- Conditions of use
- For purposes other than inhibiting the development of microorganisms in the product, this purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product As a preservative, see Annex VI, Part 1, No 8
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Zinc pyrithione (3)
- CAS
- 13463-41-7
- Max concentration
- Hair products; 1.0% Other products; 0.5%
- Conditions of use
- Rinse off products only. Not for use in products for oral hygiene
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Pyrithione Zinc / Zinc pyrithione
- CAS
- 13463-41-7
- Max concentration
- 0.1% 1.0%
- Product type
- Leave-on hair products Rinse-off hair products
- Conditions of use
- For purposes other than inhibiting the development of microorganisms in the product, this purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product As a preservative, see Annex VI, Part 1, No 8
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Zinc pyrithione (3)
- CAS
- 13463-41-7
- Max concentration
- Hair products; 1.0% Other products; 0.5%
- Conditions of use
- Rinse off products only. Not for use in products for oral hygiene
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Pyrithione Zinc / Zinc pyrithione
- CAS
- 13463-41-7
- Max concentration
- 0.1% 1.0%
- Product type
- Leave-on hair products Rinse-off hair products
- Conditions of use
- For purposes other than inhibiting the development of microorganisms in the product, this purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product As a preservative, see Annex VI, Part 1, No 8
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Zinc pyrithione (3)
- CAS
- 13463-41-7
- Max concentration
- Hair products; 1.0% Other products; 0.5%
- Conditions of use
- Rinse off products only. Not for use in products for oral hygiene
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Pyrithione Zinc / Zinc pyrithione
- CAS
- 13463-41-7
- Max concentration
- 0.1% 1.0%
- Product type
- Leave-on hair products Rinse-off hair products
- Conditions of use
- For purposes other than inhibiting the development of microorganisms in the product, this purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product As a preservative, see Annex VI, Part 1, No 8
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Zinc pyrithione (3)
- CAS
- 13463-41-7
- Max concentration
- Hair products; 1.0% Other products; 0.5%
- Conditions of use
- Rinse off products only. Not for use in products for oral hygiene
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Pyrithione Zinc / Zinc pyrithione
- CAS
- 13463-41-7
- Max concentration
- 0.1% 1.0%
- Product type
- Leave-on hair products Rinse-off hair products
- Conditions of use
- For purposes other than inhibiting the development of microorganisms in the product, this purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product As a preservative, see Annex VI, Part 1, No 8
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Zinc pyrithione (3)
- CAS
- 13463-41-7
- Max concentration
- Hair products; 1.0% Other products; 0.5%
- Conditions of use
- Rinse off products only. Not for use in products for oral hygiene
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
GCC6 regulations
- Chemical name
- Pyrithione zinc; (T-4)- bis[1-(hydroxy-.kappa.O)pyridine-2(1H)- thionato-.kappa.S]zinc
- CAS
- 13463-41-7
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Pyrithione zinc; (T-4)- bis[1-(hydroxy-.kappa.O)pyridine-2(1H)- thionato-.kappa.S]zinc
- CAS
- 13463-41-7
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Pyrithione zinc; (T-4)- bis[1-(hydroxy-.kappa.O)pyridine-2(1H)- thionato-.kappa.S]zinc
- CAS
- 13463-41-7
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Pyrithione zinc; (T-4)- bis[1-(hydroxy-.kappa.O)pyridine-2(1H)- thionato-.kappa.S]zinc
- CAS
- 13463-41-7
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Pyrithione zinc; (T-4)- bis[1-(hydroxy-.kappa.O)pyridine-2(1H)- thionato-.kappa.S]zinc
- CAS
- 13463-41-7
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Pyrithione zinc; (T-4)- bis[1-(hydroxy-.kappa.O)pyridine-2(1H)- thionato-.kappa.S]zinc
- CAS
- 13463-41-7
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
EAEUNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for ZINC PYRITHIONE in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ZINC PYRITHIONE banned in any country?
Yes, ZINC PYRITHIONE is banned in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia. Always check current regulations before formulating products for these markets.
What are the restrictions on ZINC PYRITHIONE in cosmetics?
ZINC PYRITHIONE is restricted or has conditions of use in Brazil, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, Vietnam. Restrictions may include maximum concentration limits, product type limitations, or mandatory labeling requirements. See the detailed regulations above for specifics.
Can I use ZINC PYRITHIONE in cosmetics?
ZINC PYRITHIONE is regulated in 17 markets. It is banned in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia. It has restrictions in Brazil, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, Vietnam. Use Formpli's free screening tool to check your full ingredient list against all 26 markets at once.
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Check Ingredients FreeThis information is for reference only and does not constitute legal or regulatory advice. Regulations change — always verify with official sources and consult a regulatory specialist before exporting cosmetic products. Data sourced from EU COSING, US FDA, Health Canada, MHLW Japan, MFDS Korea, ASEAN ACD, GCC SFDA, TGA Australia, ANVISA Brazil, EAEU TR CU, and Taiwan TFDA.