Longifolene
A cosmetic ingredient used as fragrance, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1,4-Methanoazulene, Decahydro-4,8,8-Trimethyl-9-Methylene-, (1S,3aR,4S,8aS)
What does it do?
Longifolene is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Longifolene 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 Longifolene?
Longifolene is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1,4-Methanoazulene, Decahydro-4,8,8-Trimethyl-9-Methylene-, (1S,3aR,4S,8aS)
Is Longifolene allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Longifolene is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Longifolene do in cosmetic products?
Longifolene is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance, skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Longifolene?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Longifolene is 475-20-7.
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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