4-Ethyl-Gamma-Octalactone

INCI: 4-ETHYL-GAMMA-OCTALACTONE

CAS Number
aw – related lactones include δ-Octalactone (CAS 698-76-0) ; the specific 4-ethyl-γ-octalactone is not widely CAS-registered as a standalone cosmetic ingredient
Function
Fragrance with creamy, coconut, lactonic odor profile
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not restricted by FDA; related lactones have FEMA GRAS status

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Limited standalone toxicological data; safety supported by read-across to other octalactones

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 4-Ethyl-Gamma-Octalactone safe in cosmetics?

Limited standalone toxicological data; safety supported by read-across to other octalactones The EU classifies 4-Ethyl-Gamma-Octalactone as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is 4-Ethyl-Gamma-Octalactone allowed in the EU?

4-Ethyl-Gamma-Octalactone EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does 4-Ethyl-Gamma-Octalactone do in cosmetics?

4-Ethyl-Gamma-Octalactone functions as: Fragrance with creamy, coconut, lactonic odor profile. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: aw – related lactones include δ-Octalactone (CAS 698-76-0) ; the specific 4-ethyl-γ-octalactone is not widely CAS-registered as a standalone cosmetic ingredient.

What is the Margin of Safety for 4-Ethyl-Gamma-Octalactone?

adequate The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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