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LINALOOL DIHYDROEPOXIDE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Linalool Dihydroepoxide is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Linalool dihydroepoxide is the epoxide derivative of linalool, formed during oxidation of linalool on air exposure. It is a fragrance ingredient regulated under EU Cosmetics Regulation Annex III as a recognised fragrance allergen. Like other linalool derivatives, it requires specific declaration on the ingredient list when present above 0.001% in leave-on products and 0.01% in rinse-off products.
Known concerns
- EU Annex III fragrance allergen requiring declaration
- Potential skin sensitiser on oxidation
- Variable composition depending on storage conditions
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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