Dihydro-4-methyl-5-pentylfuranone
INCI: 4-METHYL-5-PENTYLDIHYDROFURAN-2(3H)-ONE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Similar safety profile to whiskey lactone; CAS verification, IFRA Certificate, and FEMA/JECFA status confirmation required; if not individually evaluated, read-across justification needed in CPSR.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dihydro-4-methyl-5-pentylfuranone safe in cosmetics?
Similar safety profile to whiskey lactone; CAS verification, IFRA Certificate, and FEMA/JECFA status confirmation required; if not individually evaluated, read-across justification needed in CPSR. The EU classifies Dihydro-4-methyl-5-pentylfuranone as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Dihydro-4-methyl-5-pentylfuranone allowed in the EU?
Dihydro-4-methyl-5-pentylfuranone EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Dihydro-4-methyl-5-pentylfuranone do in cosmetics?
Dihydro-4-methyl-5-pentylfuranone functions as: Fragrance ingredient with woody, coconut, lactonic, and creamy characteristics. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Verify — structurally a C₅ homolog of whiskey lactone. Related: whiskey lactone CAS 39212-23-2 (butyl variant).
What is the Margin of Safety for Dihydro-4-methyl-5-pentylfuranone?
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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