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2-METHYLFURAN-3-THIOL.

Optional CAS 28588-74-1 / PERFUMING

A specialized aroma compound with a distinctive roasted, coffee-like scent profile that functions exclusively as a fragrance component in cosmetic formulations. This sulfur-containing molecule belongs to the thiol family and is utilized at extremely low concentrations (parts per billion) to impart unique gourmand notes. While it possesses theoretical antioxidant properties through its thiol group, it is not employed or recognized as a functional skincare active.

perfuming

Science

Functions solely as a perfuming agent, contributing distinctive savory and warm aromatic notes to product fragrance profiles through its volatile organic properties


Research

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A


Transparency

Not commonly dusted

This ingredient serves purely aesthetic function as fragrance component and offers no measurable skincare benefits that could be inflated through marketing claims


The Formula

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH 3 – 7
0 7 14

Stability

Exhibits high sensitivity to environmental factors including light, air, and heat exposure, with tendency to oxidize into disulfide compounds during storage

Conflicts

  • Strong oxidizing agents
  • Strong bases
  • Strong acids

Safety

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Max tested
0.01%
Pregnancy
Safe
Sensitization risk Low

FDA and JECFA recognize this ingredient as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) for food applications, while cosmetic use falls under IFRA fragrance regulations with established dermal sensitization threshold of 900µg/cm²


Your Skin

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Optional

A specialized fragrance ingredient with no demonstrated skincare benefits, suitable only for products requiring distinctive aromatic profiles.


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