What is it?
2,6,10-Dodecatrien-1-ol, 3,7,11-trimethyl-
What does it do?
Farnesol is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is restricted in the European Union.
Farnesol is listed under Annex III of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 82). It is permitted only under specific conditions, concentration limits, or in particular product types.
Frequently asked questions
What is Farnesol?
Farnesol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2,6,10-Dodecatrien-1-ol, 3,7,11-trimethyl-
Is Farnesol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Only with restrictions. Farnesol is permitted in EU cosmetics only under specific conditions defined in Annex III of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Farnesol do in cosmetic products?
Farnesol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: deodorant, perfuming.
What is the CAS number of Farnesol?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Farnesol is 4602-84-0.
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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: 21/11/2016