INCI name

TERPINOLENE

Terpinolene

Fragrancereviewed

A fragrance compound from the terpene family.

What it is

Terpinolene is a monoterpene hydrocarbon that occurs naturally in a number of essential oils. CosIng lists it as fragrance, and it is regulated in Annex III of the EU Cosmetics Regulation.

Where it is used

Found in perfumed products such as fragrances, creams, shower gels and shampoos, often as a component of essential oils or fragrance compositions.

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.

Terpinolene is listed in Annex III; see the EU regulation section for the applicable limits.

Functions

Fragrance
Imparting an odour or taste. Creating a perceivable pleasant smell and/or masking a bad smell.

EU regulation

EU · Annex III, entry 133p-Mentha-1,4(8)- diene
As of
3 November 2026 · (EU) 2023/1545

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