Meadowlactone

Meadowlactone (CAS 110071-67-5), also known as Meadowfoam delta lactone and S-HETEL, is a naturally derived lactone obtained from meadowfoam seed oil.

Where is Meadowlactone used?

• Fine fragrance and personal care: warm, milky-coconut nuances in perfumes, body lotions and hair care products
• Flavor houses: creamy, tropical and dairy-adjacent profiles in confectionery, baked goods and beverages
• Natural and clean-label lines: plant-derived alternative to synthetic coconut and lactonic aroma chemicals
• It delivers a distinctive creamy, coconut-like aroma profile.

Good to know: Effective at low use levels; works in both leave-on and rinse-off cosmetic systems. Food-grade material conforms to FEMA-recognized usage standards.

Commercial specifications

• Liquid, typically at high purity grades
• Quantities from small fragrance-house samples to bulk commercial volumes