"Low penalty" in all categories.
- Origin(s): Natural, Synthetic
- Other languages: Limonen, Limoneno, Limonène
- INCI name: D-LIMONENE
- Chemical name: (R)-p-Mentha-1,8-diene; (4R)-1-Methyl-4-(1-methylethenyl)cyclohexene
- EINECS/ELINCS number: 227-813-5
- Classification: Allergen, Regulated, VOC
Namely
D-limonene is one of two isometric forms of limonene. It is one of the 24 regulated allergens in Europe. It is used in cosmetics for its lemony scent.
It is present in many plants, fruits and vegetables. It is also found in the skin of citrus fruits, pickles, celery or even in several essential oils.
It is present in many plants, fruits and vegetables. It is also found in the skin of citrus fruits, pickles, celery or even in several essential oils.
Biodegradable :
Yes.
Bioaccumulative :
Potentially in aquatic organisms.
Low Kow 4.38 at 25°C
BCF (aquatic species) 690.1 L / kg ww
Low Kow 4.38 at 25°C
BCF (aquatic species) 690.1 L / kg ww
Restriction in Europe:
III/88
The presence of the substance shall be indicated on the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19 (1) (g) when its concentration is greater:
- 0.001% in products without rinsing,
- 0.01% in the products to be rinsed.
The peroxide value must be less than 20 mmol / L
(This limit applies to the substance and not to the finished cosmetic product)
The presence of the substance shall be indicated on the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19 (1) (g) when its concentration is greater:
- 0.001% in products without rinsing,
- 0.01% in the products to be rinsed.
The peroxide value must be less than 20 mmol / L
(This limit applies to the substance and not to the finished cosmetic product)
This ingredient is present in 0.94% of cosmetics.
Products that contain them
