Turpentine
Used in cosmetic products as perfuming. Turpentine, oil. Any of the volatile predominately terpenic fractions or distillates resulting from the solvent extraction of, gum collection from, or pulping of softwoods. Turpentine is a mixture of terpene hydrocarbons obtained from various species of Pinus.
EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, Annex III/124.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Turpentine used for in cosmetics?
Turpentine is used in cosmetic products as perfuming. Turpentine, oil. Any of the volatile predominately terpenic fractions or distillates resulting from the solvent extraction of, gum collection from, or pulping of softwoods. Turpentine is a mixture of terpene hydrocarbons obtained from various species of Pinus.
Is Turpentine restricted in cosmetics in the EU?
Turpentine is listed in the annexes of EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009: Annex III/124 (allowed with restrictions). Always check the full annex entry for the conditions of use.
What is the CAS number of Turpentine?
Turpentine is listed with CAS numbers 8006-64-2, 9005-90-7 and 8052-14-0 and EC numbers 232-350-7 and 232-688-5.