middle note floral

Terpineol

Also known as: alpha-Terpineol, p-Menth-1-en-8-ol

Lilac-like, floral, sweet, slightly citrus, pine

IFRA Restriction

This is the maximum allowed percentage of this material in the total finished product, not in the fragrance concentrate.

For example, if a fine fragrance (Category 4A) contains 20% fragrance oil, and IFRA allows 10% of this material, the material can be up to 50% of the fragrance concentrate (10% ÷ 20% = 50%).

EU Allergen

This ingredient is classified as an EU allergen under the Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009.

Labeling thresholds:

  • 0.001% in leave-on products
  • 0.01% in rinse-off products
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CAS 98-55-5
Manufacturers DRT, Various

About Terpineol

A monocyclic monoterpene alcohol with a pleasant lilac-like floral scent.

Molecular Information
Molecular Formula C10H18O
Molecular Weight 154.25 g/mol
Boiling Point 218-221 °C
Density 0.935 at 20 °C/20 °C
Vapor Pressure 0.04 [mmHg]
InChIKey WUOACPNHFRMFPN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Sources: PubChem

Safety Information
Warning

GHS Classification

Serious eye damage/eye irritationSkin corrosion/irritation

Hazard Statements

  • H315: Causes skin irritation
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation
Sources: PubChem (ECHA C&L)