Fragrance
2-METHYL-3-OXOPROPOXY-PYRAN-4-ONE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A pyranone derivative used in fragrance and flavour for sweet, caramel notes. PubChem shows no GHS flags but cosmetic safety data are limited so use is tightly capped.
Function
Skin benefits
- Pyranone fragrance/flavour ingredient
- Provides sweet caramel notes
- Used at low percentages
Known concerns
- Limited cosmetic safety dossier
- Possible mild skin irritation
- Sensitisation data thin
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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