A monoterpene hydrocarbon used as a fragrance ingredient and regulated in Annex III.
What it is
3-Carene (delta-3-carene) is a bicyclic monoterpene hydrocarbon, a natural constituent of turpentine and of several essential oils from conifers. CosIng lists it as a perfuming ingredient. In the EU it is covered by an entry in Annex III (substances subject to restrictions).
Where it is used
Found in a small number of scented products.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
See the EU regulation section for the applicable limits and conditions; according to the entry, the limit applies to the substance itself and not to the finished product. The INCI name does not reveal whether it was isolated from a natural source or synthesised.
Functions
- Perfuming
- Used for perfume and aromatic raw materials.
Listed as a perfuming ingredient.
EU regulation
- Conditions and warnings
- (15 ) This limit applies to the substance and not to the finished cosmetic product.’
- As of
- 3 November 2026 · (EC) 2013/344