Citronellol
Citronellol is a JECFA-evaluated flavoring substance considered of no safety concern at current levels of intake from use as a flavoring (FL no. 02.011 in EU).
What it is
Acyclic monoterpenoid alcohol; primary aroma compound in rose, geranium, and citronella oils.
Flavoring substance (rose, citrus character).
Why it's flagged
- skin sensitization (cosmetic exposure)
- very low food exposures – low concern
What regulators actually say
"Synthetic flavoring substances and adjuvants... Citronellol."
"The Panel concluded that the substances in this group [including citronellol] would not give rise to safety concerns at the estimated levels of intake arising from their use as flavouring substances."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS as synthetic flavoring substance under 21 CFR 172.515.
European Union — EFSA
Authorized flavoring substance FL 02.011 under Regulation (EC) 1334/2008; JECFA cleared.
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