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Fragrance lactone

HEXYLDIHYDROFURANONE

CAS 18436-37-8
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A creamy, peach-coconut scented dihydrofuranone used in fragrance compositions. Generally well tolerated at fragrance-grade levels with the same sensitization caveats common to scent ingredients.

Skin benefits

  • Lactone fragrance ingredient with creamy, coconut-peach note
  • Stable in typical cosmetic and fragrance bases
  • Effective at low usage levels

Known concerns

  • Some lactones are flagged as potential allergens
  • Limited dedicated SCCS opinion
  • Falls under general IFRA fragrance restrictions

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.