Limonene
⚠ EU RestrictedIdentification
CAS Number 5989-27-5
EINECS / EC 205-341-0/931-893-3
CosIng Ref 57187
Chemical Name 1-Methyl-4-Isopropenylcyclohexene; dipentene
Formula C10H16
Mol. Weight 136.23 g/mol
Function & Classification
Primary Function Fragrance
Secondary Functions SOLVENT; PERFUMING
EU Regulatory Status
Conditions of Use Fragrance allergen. Must be declared if >0.01% leave-on or >0.1% rinse-off.
Safety Profile
EU Fragrance Allergen One of 26 EU-mandated fragrance allergens — must be labeled separately per EU Cosmetics Regulation.
No toxicology data available yet for this ingredient.
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Formulation Guidelines
Usage level, pH range, solubility and addition phase not yet available.
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