l-Limonene

Also known as: (S)-(-)-Limonene, l-Limonene, p-Mentha-1,8-diene, 4-Isopropenyl-1-methylcyclohexene, Dipentene

IFRA Restriction

This is the maximum allowed percentage of this material in the total finished product, not in the fragrance concentrate.

For example, if a fine fragrance (Category 4A) contains 20% fragrance oil, and IFRA allows 10% of this material, the material can be up to 50% of the fragrance concentrate (10% ÷ 20% = 50%).

EU Allergen

This ingredient is classified as an EU allergen under the Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009.

Labeling thresholds:

  • 0.001% in leave-on products
  • 0.01% in rinse-off products
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CAS 5989-54-8

Molecular Information
Molecular Formula C10H16
Molecular Weight 136.23 g/mol
Flash Point 48 °C
LogP 4.57
Vapor Pressure 1.44 [mmHg]
InChIKey XMGQYMWWDOXHJM-SNVBAGLBSA-N
Sources: PubChem

Safety Information
Warning

GHS Classification

Flammable liquidsHazardous to the aquatic environment, acute hazardHazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazardSensitization, SkinSkin corrosion/irritation

Hazard Statements

  • H226: Flammable liquid and vapor
  • H315: Causes skin irritation
  • H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction
  • H400: Very toxic to aquatic life
  • H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Sources: PubChem (EU Harmonized Classification)