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TRIMETHYL-VINYLTETRAHYDROFURAN-2-METHANOL

CAS 5989-33-3
50

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A vinyl-substituted tetrahydrofuran alcohol with multiple hazard classifications (H302, H315, H319) indicating moderate irritation and toxicity concerns that require careful formulation in the EU market.

This trimethyl-vinyl-tetrahydrofuran-2-methanol is a complex heterocyclic fragrance ingredient with multiple hazard classifications from ECHA including H302 (harmful if swallowed), H315 (skin irritation), and H319 (eye irritation). It is not listed in EU cosmetic regulation Annexes II or III, but these hazard classifications require careful formulation to minimize skin and eye contact.

Known concerns

  • Harmful if swallowed (H302)
  • Skin irritation (H315)
  • Eye irritation (H319)

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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