Allowed in EU

Ocimenol

A cosmetic ingredient used as perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

2,6-Dimethyl-5,7-octadien-2-ol; 1,1,5-Trimethyl-4,6-heptadienol

What does it do?

Ocimenol is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

EU regulatory status

Ocimenol 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 Ocimenol?

Ocimenol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2,6-Dimethyl-5,7-octadien-2-ol; 1,1,5-Trimethyl-4,6-heptadienol

Is Ocimenol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Ocimenol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Ocimenol do in cosmetic products?

Ocimenol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: perfuming.

What is the CAS number of Ocimenol?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ocimenol is 5986-38-9.

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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: 02/03/2011