What is it?
3,7-Dimethyl octa-1,6-diene-3-ol
What does it do?
Linalool is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is restricted in the European Union.
Linalool is listed under Annex III of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 84). It is permitted only under specific conditions, concentration limits, or in particular product types.
Frequently asked questions
What is Linalool?
Linalool is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 3,7-Dimethyl octa-1,6-diene-3-ol
Is Linalool allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Only with restrictions. Linalool is permitted in EU cosmetics only under specific conditions defined in Annex III of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Linalool do in cosmetic products?
Linalool is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: deodorant, perfuming.
What is the CAS number of Linalool?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Linalool is 78-70-6.
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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: 15/11/2016