5-ETHYL-4-HYDROXY-2-METHYLFURAN-3(2H)-ONE is graded A (Safe) by Expert·ING, based on COSING regulatory data.

5-ETHYL-4-HYDROXY-2-METHYLFURAN-3(2H)-ONE

Safety grade: A

This is a synthetic aroma compound that produces a sweet, caramel-like or fruity scent. It belongs to a family of flavor and fragrance molecules that occur naturally in some cooked and fermented foods.

It is used in cosmetic products as a fragrance ingredient to add a pleasant sweet or caramel-like scent to the formula.

Graded using: COSING.

Last verified: May 26, 2026