Citronellal
A cosmetic ingredient used as fragrance in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
6-Octenal, 3,7-dimethyl-
What does it do?
Citronellal is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
EU regulatory status
Citronellal 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 Citronellal?
Citronellal is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 6-Octenal, 3,7-dimethyl-
Is Citronellal allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Citronellal is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Citronellal do in cosmetic products?
Citronellal is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance.
What is the CAS number of Citronellal?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Citronellal is 106-23-0.
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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