Ethyl Hydroxypyrone

Ethyl Hydroxypyrone is a cosmetic ingredient used as a fragrance, perfuming agent. It is used in 6 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameETHYL HYDROXYPYRONE
FunctionFRAGRANCE, PERFUMING
CAS number4940-11-8
EC number225-582-5
Prevalence6 products (0.01% of dataset)
Most used inFragrance
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches20

Used in

Fragrances 100%

Frequently asked

What does Ethyl Hydroxypyrone do in skincare?
Ethyl Hydroxypyrone functions as a fragrance, perfuming agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Ethyl Hydroxypyrone allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Ethyl Hydroxypyrone?
It is most commonly found in Fragrance products, especially fragrances (100% of its uses).

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