LINALOOL is graded C** (Moderate) by Expert·ING, based on COSING, FDA regulatory data. It is restricted under EU COSING — AnnexIII-ALLERGEN-.
LINALOOL
Safety grade: C**
Linalool is a fragrant compound found naturally in flowers, herbs, and fruits like lavender and citrus. It's commonly used in perfumes and fragrances for its fresh, floral scent.
This ingredient provides a pleasant fragrance to the product and helps neutralize or mask odors, making it ideal for deodorants and perfumed personal care items.
Graded using: COSING, FDA.
- EU COSING — Restricted
Last verified: May 26, 2026
Safer alternatives to LINALOOL
- LAVANDULA ANGUSTIFOLIA FLOWER EXTRACT — Grade A. Natural plant extract that masks odors through aromatic compounds like linalool.
- MENTHA PIPERITA EXTRACT — Grade A. Plant extract with volatile aromatic compounds that provide fragrance and odor masking.
- SALVIA OFFICINALIS EXTRACT — Grade A. Herbal extract with aromatic properties that provides fragrance and deodorizing effect.
Other Fragrance Allergen ingredients
- LIMONENE — Grade C
- BENZYL ALCOHOL — Grade C**
- CITRONELLOL — Grade C
- HEXYL CINNAMAL — Grade C
- GERANIOL — Grade C
- COUMARIN — Grade C**
Other Deodorant ingredients
- ALUMINUM CHLOROHYDRATE — Grade C
- SODIUM BICARBONATE — Grade A
- CETYLPYRIDINIUM CHLORIDE — Grade A
- ZINC GLUCONATE — Grade B
- ALUMINUM SESQUICHLOROHYDRATE — Grade A
- ZINC RICINOLEATE — Grade A
- BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE — Grade C