GAMMA-TERPINENE
GAMMA-TERPINENE is permitted in cosmetics in the EU with restrictions — Annex III, entry 132 of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009. Review the conditions of use, permitted concentration and Safety Gate alerts.
Regulatory status as of 2026-08-28 (per the CosIng database).
About the ingredient
p-Mentha-1,4-diene; 1-Methyl-4-isopropyl-1,4-cyclohexadiene; 1-Methyl-4-(1-methylethyl)-1,4-cyclohexadiene
EU regulatory status
Annex of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009: III/132
Source: the European Commission's official CosIng database and Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 of the European Parliament and of the Council on cosmetic products. How we assess ingredients — full methodology.
- View the entry in the CosIng database (European Commission)
- Open Regulation 1223/2009 in EUR-Lex
- Check the chemical profile in PubChem
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Functions in cosmetics
Frequently asked questions
Is GAMMA-TERPINENE safe in cosmetics?
GAMMA-TERPINENE is permitted in cosmetics in the EU, but subject to the conditions set out in Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 — typically a maximum concentration, product category or a mandatory warning on the packaging. Manufacturers must comply with these limits.
In which annex of Regulation 1223/2009 is GAMMA-TERPINENE listed?
GAMMA-TERPINENE is listed under reference III/132 in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 on cosmetic products. The first part (Roman numeral) indicates the annex: II – prohibited substances, III – substances restricted by conditions, IV – permitted colorants, V – permitted preservatives, VI – permitted UV filters.
What functions does GAMMA-TERPINENE perform in cosmetics?
According to the European Commission's CosIng database, GAMMA-TERPINENE performs the following functions in cosmetics: PERFUMING. Functions are defined in the CosIng glossary and describe the technological role of a substance in the finished product.
Are there Safety Gate alerts concerning GAMMA-TERPINENE?
Our copy of the EU Safety Gate database currently contains no alerts linking GAMMA-TERPINENE to a cosmetic recall. The database is refreshed regularly from the European Commission's official Safety Gate system.