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Is Gamma-Nonalactone vegan?

Gamma-Nonalactone

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Gamma-Nonalactone is a synthetic or naturally occurring lactone with a creamy, coconut-like fruity odor, used as a fragrance and flavoring ingredient.

Also known as Dihydro-5-pentyl-2(3H)-furanone, Nonan-4-olide
INCI name Gamma-Nonalactone
CAS number 104-61-0
EC number 203-219-1
CosIng ID 40904
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.

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