NEROLIDOL
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A sesquiterpene alcohol widely used in perfumery for its woody, floral scent, and classified as a fragrance allergen requiring declaration.
Nerolidol (3,7,11-trimethyl-1,6,10-dodecatrien-3-ol) is a sesquiterpene alcohol found in the essential oils of many plants. It is used extensively as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics and perfumes for its woody, slightly floral notes. EU CosIng lists it with required allergen declaration under the Cosmetics Regulation. It is a known contact allergen, particularly when oxidized, and is restricted by IFRA guidelines to manage sensitization risk.
Skin benefits
- Provides complex woody-floral fragrance to formulations
- Natural-derived fragrance with good substantivity
Known concerns
- EU-mandated fragrance allergen declaration required
- Skin sensitization risk, especially from oxidized material
- IFRA restrictions apply to limit concentration in fragrance compositions
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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