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DIMETHYL-4-HEXENYL-DIHYDROFURANONE

CAS 61099-53-4
60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

DIMETHYL-4-HEXENYL-DIHYDROFURANONE is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulation. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

Dimethyl-4-hexenyl-dihydrofuranone carries GHS hazard warnings H315 (skin irritant) and H319 (eye irritant) with a 'Warning' signal word. It is a furanone-type fragrance ingredient not listed in EU Annex restrictions. The irritation warnings require formulation care, particularly in products intended for use around the eyes or on sensitive skin.

Skin benefits

  • Adds characteristic furaneone fragrance notes

Known concerns

  • Skin irritant (H315)
  • Eye irritant (H319)
  • Requires Warning signal word

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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