Glyceryl Tetrahydrofarnesylacetate
A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
4-Tetradecenoic acid, 5,9,13-trimethyl-, monoester with 1,2,3-propanetriol
What does it do?
Glyceryl Tetrahydrofarnesylacetate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
EU regulatory status
Glyceryl Tetrahydrofarnesylacetate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Glyceryl Tetrahydrofarnesylacetate?
Glyceryl Tetrahydrofarnesylacetate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 4-Tetradecenoic acid, 5,9,13-trimethyl-, monoester with 1,2,3-propanetriol
Is Glyceryl Tetrahydrofarnesylacetate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Glyceryl Tetrahydrofarnesylacetate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Glyceryl Tetrahydrofarnesylacetate do in cosmetic products?
Glyceryl Tetrahydrofarnesylacetate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying.
What is the CAS number of Glyceryl Tetrahydrofarnesylacetate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Glyceryl Tetrahydrofarnesylacetate is 1313054-01-1.
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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: 02/10/2014