Dihydro-4-methyl-5-methylbutyl-furanone
INCI: DIHYDRO-4-METHYL-5-(3-METHYLBUTYL)-2(3H)-FURANONE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
CAS confirmation required. JECFA evaluated whiskey lactone (CAS 39212-23-2) as safe flavouring agent. Specific IFRA Certificate needed. Read-across from whiskey lactone family is plausible but CPSR assessor may require ingredient-specific data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dihydro-4-methyl-5-methylbutyl-furanone safe in cosmetics?
CAS confirmation required. JECFA evaluated whiskey lactone (CAS 39212-23-2) as safe flavouring agent. Specific IFRA Certificate needed. Read-across from whiskey lactone family is plausible but CPSR assessor may require ingredient-specific data. The EU classifies Dihydro-4-methyl-5-methylbutyl-furanone as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Dihydro-4-methyl-5-methylbutyl-furanone allowed in the EU?
Dihydro-4-methyl-5-methylbutyl-furanone EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Dihydro-4-methyl-5-methylbutyl-furanone do in cosmetics?
Dihydro-4-methyl-5-methylbutyl-furanone functions as: Fragrance ingredient with lactonic, creamy, coconut, and woody notes. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Verify — likely in the lactone family near whiskey lactone (CAS 39212-23-2) ; exact CAS for the isoamyl variant requires confirmation.
What is the Margin of Safety for Dihydro-4-methyl-5-methylbutyl-furanone?
not established 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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