Dimethylhydroxy Furanone

Dimethylhydroxy Furanone is a cosmetic ingredient used as a fragrance, tonic agent. It is used in 7 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameDIMETHYLHYDROXY FURANONE
FunctionFRAGRANCE, TONIC
CAS number3658-77-3
EC number222-908-8
Prevalence7 products (0.01% of dataset)
Most used inFragrance
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches20

Used in

Fragrances 71.4%Conditioners 28.6%

Frequently asked

What does Dimethylhydroxy Furanone do in skincare?
Dimethylhydroxy Furanone functions as a fragrance, tonic agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Dimethylhydroxy Furanone allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Dimethylhydroxy Furanone?
It is most commonly found in Fragrance products, especially fragrances (71.4% of its uses).

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