Alpha-Terpinene
A cosmetic ingredient used as perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
p-Mentha-1,3-diene; 1-Methyl-4-isopropyl-1,3-cyclohexadiene; 1-Methyl-4-(1-methylethyl)-1,3-cyclohexadiene
What does it do?
Alpha-Terpinene is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Perfuming
adds scent to a cosmetic product
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is restricted in the European Union.
Alpha-Terpinene is listed under Annex III of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 131). It is permitted only under specific conditions, concentration limits, or in particular product types.
Frequently asked questions
What is Alpha-Terpinene?
Alpha-Terpinene is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. p-Mentha-1,3-diene; 1-Methyl-4-isopropyl-1,3-cyclohexadiene; 1-Methyl-4-(1-methylethyl)-1,3-cyclohexadiene
Is Alpha-Terpinene allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Only with restrictions. Alpha-Terpinene is permitted in EU cosmetics only under specific conditions defined in Annex III of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Alpha-Terpinene do in cosmetic products?
Alpha-Terpinene is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: perfuming.
What is the CAS number of Alpha-Terpinene?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Alpha-Terpinene is 99-86-5.
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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: 15/10/2010