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4-Furanylethyl Resorcinol

A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

1,3-Benzenediol, 4-[2-(2-furanyl)ethyl]-

What does it do?

4-Furanylethyl Resorcinol is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antioxidant

    neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

EU regulatory status

This ingredient is restricted in the European Union.

4-Furanylethyl Resorcinol is listed under Annex III of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 22). It is permitted only under specific conditions, concentration limits, or in particular product types.

Frequently asked questions

What is 4-Furanylethyl Resorcinol?

4-Furanylethyl Resorcinol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1,3-Benzenediol, 4-[2-(2-furanyl)ethyl]-

Is 4-Furanylethyl Resorcinol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Only with restrictions. 4-Furanylethyl Resorcinol is permitted in EU cosmetics only under specific conditions defined in Annex III of Regulation 1223/2009.

What does 4-Furanylethyl Resorcinol do in cosmetic products?

4-Furanylethyl Resorcinol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, skin conditioning.

What is the CAS number of 4-Furanylethyl Resorcinol?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for 4-Furanylethyl Resorcinol is 1206193-05-6.

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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 20/04/2018