FARNESOL

FARNESOL

INCI FARNESOLEC number 225-004-1Role Perfuming

Farnesol is a terpene alcohol of plant or synthetic origin. It acts as a fragrance and masking agent in cosmetic formulations.

PerfumingMaskingRestricted use
Ingredient

Roles & functions

Perfuming — Adds a scent to the product or masks the odour of raw materials.

Masking — Reduces or masks an unwanted odour.

Safety

Safety limit not to exceed

PopulationLimit / dayType of referenceSource
Adult · general population0.8 mg/kg bw/dayAcceptable Daily Intake (ADI)EFSA OpenFoodTox 3.0 (ADI)

Official reference limit, for information only, this is not personalised advice. Ask a pharmacist about your situation.

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Regulatory framework

What the authorities say

AuthorityStatus
Commission européenne (CosIng, Règl. 1223/2009)Autorisé sous conditions
CLP classification (Reg. 1272/2008)No CMR classification
ECHA — endocrine disruptor (human health)Not identified as an endocrine disruptor
ECHA — Candidate List (SVHC, REACH Art. 59)Not on the Candidate List (SVHC)
European Commission (Reg. 1223/2009, Annex III)Cosmetic allergen subject to labelling (Annex III)
European Commission (EU catalogue of nanomaterials, Reg. 1223/2009)No referenced nanoform
European Commission — Annex III (Reg. 1223/2009) — maj Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:37:23 GMTPermitted subject to restrictions (Annex III) — The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1)g when its concentration exceeds: - 0.001% in leave-on products - 0.01% in rinse-off products

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Products

Products containing it

Statistics

In Lou’s database

61
products listed
Most frequent categoriesDeodorants · Body hydration · Care water · Hydration · Anti-aging
Most frequent brandsWeleda · Roger&Gallet · Caudalie · Bi-Oil · Hei Poa
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This information is reported factually and with attribution (authorities and publications cited). It does not constitute medical advice, for your situation, ask a pharmacist or a healthcare professional for advice.

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