What is it?
Hexan-4-olide
What does it do?
Gamma-Caprolactone is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
EU regulatory status
Gamma-Caprolactone is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Gamma-Caprolactone?
Gamma-Caprolactone is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hexan-4-olide
Is Gamma-Caprolactone allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Gamma-Caprolactone is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Gamma-Caprolactone do in cosmetic products?
Gamma-Caprolactone is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance, perfuming.
What is the CAS number of Gamma-Caprolactone?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Gamma-Caprolactone is 695-06-7.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010