Beta-Pinenes
INCI: BETA-PINENES
CAS 127-91-3 EC 204-872-5
Pin-2(10)-ene; 6,6-Dimethyl-2-methylenebicyclo[3.1.1]heptane; nopinene; pseudopinene
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details
Description
Pin-2(10)-ene; 6,6-Dimethyl-2-methylenebicyclo[3.1.1]heptane; nopinene; pseudopinene
Purpose
Function
Fragrance (perfuming)
Profile
Properties
Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance
Regulatory Status
EU
Restricted
Safety
MODERATE
US
Permitted
Absorptionlow
Sensitizationlow
MoSnot established
NOAEL222 mg/kg
ConcernModerate
Flags
potential-allergenfragrance-componentifra_fragrancefda_food_additive
Verdict
Skin sensitization potential; classified as a fragrance allergen requiring mandatory declaration on product labels when above certain thresholds. Naturally occurring monoterpene found in essential oils of pine, rosemary, and cannabis; woody-green pine-like scent; also occurs as L-beta-pinene stereoisomer
US Note
Allowed - not listed on any FDA prohibited or restricted list; classified as GRAS for flavoring and permitted in cosmetics under general safety provisions
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