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GAMMA-HEPTALACTONE

CAS 105-21-5
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 a nutty-herbaceous aroma, permitted as flavor and fragrance with no EU restrictions.

Gamma-heptalactone is a naturally occurring lactone found in apricots, peaches, and fermented products. FEMA GRAS listed. Not restricted in EU cosmetics regulation. No SCCS concern has been identified. It is structurally similar to other safe gamma-lactones and is used as a flavoring agent and fragrance material.

Skin benefits

  • Fragrance material
  • Flavoring ingredient

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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