Yes. Eugenol is classified as a volatile organic compound (VOC).

Is Eugenol on California's Proposition 65 list?

No. Eugenol is not on California's Proposition 65 list.

Is Eugenol biodegradable?

Yes. Eugenol has a confirmed biodegradable profile.

Eugenol

Fragrances
CAS 97-53-0
IUPAC: 2-methoxy-4-(prop-2-en-1-yl)phenol

Eugenol (CAS 97-53-0) appears in 1 of the 2,122 car-care products CarCareTruth tracks (as of August 2026). It is classified as a VOC.

Health & environment profile

VOC: yes
Prop 65 listed: no
Asthmagen: no
EPA Safer Choice: no
Aquatic toxicity: no
Biodegradable: yes
Bioaccumulative: no
Persistent: no
Ozone depleting: no
Microplastic: no
PFAS: no

Purpose: Fragrance ingredient; natural phenolic compound with clove/spicy scent; used as a fragrance and flavor component

Common questions about Eugenol

What is Eugenol used for in car care?: Fragrance ingredient; natural phenolic compound with clove/spicy scent; used as a fragrance and flavor component
Is Eugenol a VOC?: Yes. Eugenol is classified as a volatile organic compound (VOC).
Is Eugenol on California's Proposition 65 list?: No. Eugenol is not on California's Proposition 65 list.
Is Eugenol biodegradable?: Yes. Eugenol has a confirmed biodegradable profile.

1 product contain this

Malco OXY Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner
fabric-upholstery-cleaner

Health and environment notes translate the manufacturer Safety Data Sheet, the GHS classification, and authoritative regulatory listings (California Prop 65, EPA). Not medical advice. They describe the ingredient itself; whether a hazard applies to a finished product depends on its concentration and how it's used.