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Is Sodium Pyrithione vegetarian?

Sodium Pyrithione

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Sodium Pyrithione is the sodium salt of pyrithione, an organosulfur compound used as an antimicrobial and antifungal agent in cosmetic and personal care products.

Also known as 1-Oxo-2-Pyridinethiol Sodium Salt, Pyridine-2-thiol 1-oxide, sodium salt
INCI name Sodium Pyrithione
CAS number 1121-30-8
EC number 240-062-8
CosIng ID 84611
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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