L-Alpha-Pinene
A cosmetic ingredient used as perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
(-)-Pin-2(3)-ene
What does it do?
L-Alpha-Pinene 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.
L-Alpha-Pinene is listed under Annex III of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 130). It is permitted only under specific conditions, concentration limits, or in particular product types.
Frequently asked questions
What is L-Alpha-Pinene?
L-Alpha-Pinene is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. (-)-Pin-2(3)-ene
Is L-Alpha-Pinene allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Only with restrictions. L-Alpha-Pinene is permitted in EU cosmetics only under specific conditions defined in Annex III of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does L-Alpha-Pinene do in cosmetic products?
L-Alpha-Pinene is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: perfuming.
What is the CAS number of L-Alpha-Pinene?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for L-Alpha-Pinene is 7785-26-4.
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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