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