INCI name

CITRONELLYL METHYLCROTONATE

Citronellyl methylcrotonate

A synthetic fragrance ester.

What it is

Citronellyl methylcrotonate is the ester of citronellol and 3-methylcrotonic acid (3-methyl-2-butenoic acid). CosIng lists it as a fragrance and perfuming ingredient.

Where it is used

Found in perfumed products such as perfumes, shower gels, creams and hair care 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.

As a fragrance ingredient it may also be part of the mixture listed as parfum.

Functions

Fragrance
Imparting an odour or taste. Creating a perceivable pleasant smell and/or masking a bad smell.
Perfuming
Used for perfume and aromatic raw materials.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (14)

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