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GAMMA-CAPROLACTONE

CAS 695-06-7
85

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A naturally occurring lactone with fruity peach-apricot aroma, permitted in cosmetics as a flavor and fragrance ingredient.

Gamma-caprolactone is a naturally occurring saturated lactone found in fruits, tea, and fermented foods. It is approved as a flavoring substance (FEMA GRAS) and is not restricted under EU cosmetics regulation. No Annex II or III listing applies. It is used as a fragrance ingredient and flavoring in cosmetics at low concentrations.

Skin benefits

  • Fragrance material with fruity aroma
  • Flavoring ingredient

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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