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Is 2-Ethyl-4-hydroxy-5-methylfuran-3(2H)-one vegan?

2-Ethyl-4-hydroxy-5-methylfuran-3(2H)-one

Vegan

2-Ethyl-4-hydroxy-5-methylfuran-3(2H)-one is a synthetic or naturally occurring flavour and fragrance compound with a caramel-like odor, used in food and cosmetic formulations.

INCI name 2-Ethyl-4-hydroxy-5-methylfuran-3(2H)-one
CAS number 27538-10-9
EC number 248-514-6
CosIng ID 39879
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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