Myrcene
- Terpene solvents
- CAS 123-35-3
- IUPAC: (6E)-7-methyl-3-methylideneocta-1,6-diene
β-Myrcene is a naturally occurring monoterpene hydrocarbon found in essential oils of hops, thyme, mango, and lemon grass. In car care products it appears at trace concentrations (< 0.001%) as part of fragrance blends — at those levels it contributes no meaningful hazard classification to the finished product. Confirmed biodegradable; not on the Prop 65 list; not classified as an asthmagen.
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
- Env. score
- 5/5
2 products contain this
Chemical Guys Nonsense Colorless & Odorless All Surface CleanerProp 65all-purpose-cleaner
Meguiar's Ultimate Quik Detailerquick-detailer
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