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Is 3-Methyl-4-octanolide vegetarian?

3-Methyl-4-octanolide

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3-Methyl-4-octanolide, also known as 3-methyl-gamma-octalactone, is a synthetic lactone flavour and fragrance compound with a coconut-like, creamy odor.

Also known as 3-Methyl-4-octanolide, 3-Methyl-gamma-octalactone, 5-Butyldihydro-4-methylfuran-2(3H)-one
INCI name 3-Methyl-4-octanolide
CAS number 39212-23-2
EC number 254-357-4
CosIng ID 40742
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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