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gamma-TERPINENE

Korean: γ-터피넨 · CAS 99-85-4 · Functions: perfuming

KR South Korea (MFDS)

Prohibited only in certain forms or uses MFDS prohibited ingredients

Conditions (official MFDS text, Korean):
과산화물가가 10mmol/L을 초과하는 경우에 한하여 금지

Source: MFDS — cosmetic ingredient use restrictions · checked Oct 17, 2026

EU European Union (CosIng)

Restricted Annex III/132

Conditions: Peroxide value less than 10 mmoles/L (15)

Required label warning: (15 ) This limit applies to the substance and not to the finished cosmetic product.’

Source: EU CosIng — Annex III · checked Oct 17, 2026

US United States (FDA)

No specific rule on file. The FDA regulates few cosmetic ingredients by name; no rule does not mean approval.

Also listed as

gamma-TERPINENE γ-터피넨

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Frequently asked questions

Is gamma-TERPINENE banned in the European Union?

In the EU's CosIng records it is listed as “Restricted” (EU CosIng — Annex III). A restricted ingredient is allowed within the stated conditions.

Is gamma-TERPINENE banned in South Korea?

In Korea's MFDS records it is listed as “Prohibited only in certain forms or uses” (MFDS — cosmetic ingredient use restrictions). It is not a general ban; see the condition on the ingredient page.

Is gamma-TERPINENE allowed in cosmetics in the U.S.?

We found no specific rule for it in the FDA's records. That is not an approval or a safety statement.

What is gamma-TERPINENE used for in cosmetics?

The EU's CosIng inventory lists its functions as: perfuming.

What is gamma-TERPINENE called on Korean labels?

Korea's MFDS standard Korean name is γ-터피넨.

What is the CAS number of gamma-TERPINENE?

CAS 99-85-4 (from official records).