Rhodinol
A cosmetic ingredient used as perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
(3S)-3,7-Dimethyl-7-octen-1-ol; a-citronellol
What does it do?
Rhodinol 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
Rhodinol 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 Rhodinol?
Rhodinol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. (3S)-3,7-Dimethyl-7-octen-1-ol; a-citronellol
Is Rhodinol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Rhodinol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Rhodinol do in cosmetic products?
Rhodinol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: perfuming.
What is the CAS number of Rhodinol?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Rhodinol is 6812-78-8.
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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