3-ETHYLHEXAHYDRO-3H-BENZOFURAN-2-ONE
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
3-ETHYLHEXAHYDRO-3H-BENZOFURAN-2-ONE is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulation. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
3-Ethylhexahydro-3H-benzofuran-2-one is a saturated gamma-lactone fused to a tetrahydrofuran ring. No CLP hazard classifications are assigned to this compound. It is not listed in EU cosmetic regulation Annexes. The lactone structure is related to coumarin-type compounds but the saturated ring reduces phototoxicity concerns significantly. Used as a fragrance fixative and scent contributor, it should be used within IFRA guidelines for lactone-containing materials.
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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