Dihydrocarvone
A cosmetic ingredient used as perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
2-Methyl-5-(1-methylvinyl)cyclohexan-1-one; p-Menth-8-en-2-one
What does it do?
Dihydrocarvone is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
-
Perfuming
adds scent to a cosmetic product
EU regulatory status
Dihydrocarvone 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 Dihydrocarvone?
Dihydrocarvone is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2-Methyl-5-(1-methylvinyl)cyclohexan-1-one; p-Menth-8-en-2-one
Is Dihydrocarvone allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Dihydrocarvone is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Dihydrocarvone do in cosmetic products?
Dihydrocarvone is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: perfuming.
What is the CAS number of Dihydrocarvone?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Dihydrocarvone is 7764-50-3.
Related ingredients
Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 02/03/2011