Allowed in EU

2,6-Dimethyl-7-Octen-2-Ol

A cosmetic ingredient used as fragrance, perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

2,6-dimethyloct-7-en-2-ol

What does it do?

2,6-Dimethyl-7-Octen-2-Ol is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Fragrance

    provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients

  • Perfuming

    adds scent to a cosmetic product

EU regulatory status

2,6-Dimethyl-7-Octen-2-Ol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.

Frequently asked questions

What is 2,6-Dimethyl-7-Octen-2-Ol?

2,6-Dimethyl-7-Octen-2-Ol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2,6-dimethyloct-7-en-2-ol

Is 2,6-Dimethyl-7-Octen-2-Ol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. 2,6-Dimethyl-7-Octen-2-Ol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does 2,6-Dimethyl-7-Octen-2-Ol do in cosmetic products?

2,6-Dimethyl-7-Octen-2-Ol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance, perfuming.

What is the CAS number of 2,6-Dimethyl-7-Octen-2-Ol?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for 2,6-Dimethyl-7-Octen-2-Ol is 18479-58-8.

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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 24/01/2011