GAMMA-METHYLDECALACTONE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A synthetic lactone with a creamy, peach-apricot scent used as a fragrance and flavouring in cosmetics.
Gamma-Methyldecalactone is a methyl-substituted gamma-lactone that produces creamy, peach and apricot aromatic notes. It is not restricted under EU Cosmetics Regulation and carries no IFRA warnings. As a lactone, it may cause mild irritation at very high concentrations but presents no significant safety concerns at normal cosmetic use levels.
Skin benefits
- Adds creamy peach-apricot fragrance
- Provides warm, sweet aromatic notes
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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