Hexenyldihydromethylfuranone

INCI: HEXENYLDIHYDROMETHYLFURANONE

CAS Number
Not definitively confirmed — likely a methyl-substituted variant of the dihydrofuranone lactone class
Function
Fragrance ingredient with fruity/lactonic character
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically addressed under 21 CFR

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Data gap exists; methyl substitution on furanone ring may alter metabolic profile; requires full supplier toxicology dossier including genotoxicity, sensitization, and repeated dose studies.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hexenyldihydromethylfuranone safe in cosmetics?

Data gap exists; methyl substitution on furanone ring may alter metabolic profile; requires full supplier toxicology dossier including genotoxicity, sensitization, and repeated dose studies. The EU classifies Hexenyldihydromethylfuranone as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Hexenyldihydromethylfuranone allowed in the EU?

Hexenyldihydromethylfuranone EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Hexenyldihydromethylfuranone do in cosmetics?

Hexenyldihydromethylfuranone functions as: Fragrance ingredient with fruity/lactonic character. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not definitively confirmed — likely a methyl-substituted variant of the dihydrofuranone lactone class.

What is the Margin of Safety for Hexenyldihydromethylfuranone?

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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