Fragrance
DIHYDRO-4-METHYL-5-PENTYLFURANONE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A creamy coconut-lactone fragrance ingredient (a gamma-decalactone analog). Restricted via IFRA limits in finished product. Mildly irritating at concentrate; safe at perfume levels.
Function
Skin benefits
- Coconut-lactone fragrance compound
- Used in flavour/fragrance creation
Known concerns
- Fragrance lactone — sensitiser potential at high levels
- Skin contact at concentrate is irritating
- Dossier under IFRA category limits
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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