Citronellol
A cosmetic ingredient used as perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
3,7-Dimethyl-6-octen-1-ol
What does it do?
Citronellol 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.
Citronellol is listed under Annex III of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 86). It is permitted only under specific conditions, concentration limits, or in particular product types.
Frequently asked questions
What is Citronellol?
Citronellol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 3,7-Dimethyl-6-octen-1-ol
Is Citronellol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Only with restrictions. Citronellol is permitted in EU cosmetics only under specific conditions defined in Annex III of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Citronellol do in cosmetic products?
Citronellol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: perfuming.
What is the CAS number of Citronellol?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Citronellol is 106-22-9 / 26489-01-0 / 7540-51-4 / 1117-61-9.
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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