ALPHA-PINANOL
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A terpene alcohol derived from pine — offers a fresh, woody scent note in fragrance formulations.
Alpha-Pinanol (2-pinanylmethyl alcohol) is a monoterpene alcohol derived from alpha-pinene, used as a fragrance ingredient with fresh, piney and slightly minty notes. It has a pubchem safety score of 82 indicating a favourable safety profile. It is not EU restricted and standard IFRA guidelines for terpene alcohols apply to ensure safe cosmetic use.
Skin benefits
- Adds fresh piney-minty fragrance notes
- Used as fragrance modifier in compositions
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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