Carvone

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Where is Carvone found?

Carvone is found in many essential oils, namely from dill and caraway seeds. Carvone is often used throughout the food and aromatherapy industry in products such as air-fresheners, lotions, and soaps. Spearmint and mandarin orange peel oils also contain this substance.

How can you avoid contact with Carvone?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• (S)-(+)-p-Mentha-6,8-dien-2-one
• (S)-Carvone
• (S)-d-p-Mentha-6,8,(9)-dien-2-one
• 2-Cyclohexen-1-one, 2-methyl-5-(1- methylethenyl)-, (S)-
• AI3-39004
• CCRIS 2385
• D(+)-Carvone
• EINECS 218-827-2
• d-1-Methyl-4-isopropenyl-6- cyclohexen-2-one
• d-Carvone
• d-Carvone (natural)
• d-p-Mentha-6,8,(9)-dien-2-one

What are some products that may contain Carvone?

A clinician's point of view.

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For additional information about products that might contain Carvone, visit the Consumer Product Information Database. These lists are brief and provide just a few examples. They are not comprehensive. Product formulations also change frequently. Read product labels carefully and talk to your doctor if you have any questions. These are general guidelines. Talk to your doctor for more specific instructions.