Totarol
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, deodorant, oral care in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
2-Phenanthrenol, 4b,5,6,7,8,8a,9,10-Octahydro-4b,8,8-Trimethyl-1-(1-Methylethyl)-,(4bS,8aS)-
What does it do?
Totarol is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Deodorant
reduces or masks unpleasant body odour
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Oral care
used in oral-hygiene products such as toothpaste, mouthwash, and dental gels
EU regulatory status
Totarol 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 Totarol?
Totarol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2-Phenanthrenol, 4b,5,6,7,8,8a,9,10-Octahydro-4b,8,8-Trimethyl-1-(1-Methylethyl)-,(4bS,8aS)-
Is Totarol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Totarol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Totarol do in cosmetic products?
Totarol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, deodorant, oral care.
What is the CAS number of Totarol?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Totarol is 511-15-9.
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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: 15/10/2010