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Expert Verdict
Recognized fragrance allergen (as citronellol); potential for skin sensitization; oxidation products increase sensitization risk. Terpene alcohol; chemically equivalent to a citronellol enantiomer (3,7-dimethyl-6-octen-1-ol); characteristic rose/citrus scent; widely used in perfumery
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is L-Dihydrogeraniol safe in cosmetics?
Recognized fragrance allergen (as citronellol); potential for skin sensitization; oxidation products increase sensitization risk. Terpene alcohol; chemically equivalent to a citronellol enantiomer (3,7-dimethyl-6-octen-1-ol); characteristic rose/citrus scent; widely used in perfumery The EU classifies L-Dihydrogeraniol as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is L-Dihydrogeraniol allowed in the EU?
L-Dihydrogeraniol EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does L-Dihydrogeraniol do in cosmetics?
L-Dihydrogeraniol functions as: Fragrance. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Most likely 7540-51-4 or 1117-61-9 - dihydrogeraniol is synonymous with citronellol, and these CAS numbers correspond to stereoisomeric forms of citronellol - verify the specific CAS against CosIng for the INCI entry "L-DIHYDROGERANIOL".
What is the Margin of Safety for L-Dihydrogeraniol?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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