Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
CAS ambiguity exists due to multiple possible structural isomers; exact structure confirmation required before safety assessment. IFRA compliance verification recommended if used as fragrance ingredient, with RIFM safety assessment and quantitative risk assessment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hexyldihydrofuranone safe in cosmetics?
CAS ambiguity exists due to multiple possible structural isomers; exact structure confirmation required before safety assessment. IFRA compliance verification recommended if used as fragrance ingredient, with RIFM safety assessment and quantitative risk assessment. The EU classifies Hexyldihydrofuranone as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Hexyldihydrofuranone allowed in the EU?
Hexyldihydrofuranone EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hexyldihydrofuranone do in cosmetics?
Hexyldihydrofuranone functions as: Fragrance / masking agent (lactone class). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not confirmed — multiple possible isomers exist (e.g., hexyldihydro-2(3H)-furanone variants).
What is the Margin of Safety for Hexyldihydrofuranone?
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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