Allowed in EU

Tetrahydrofurfuryl Acetate

A cosmetic ingredient used as fragrance, solvent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Tetrahydrofurfuryl acetate

What does it do?

Tetrahydrofurfuryl Acetate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
Solvent
dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase

EU regulatory status

Tetrahydrofurfuryl Acetate 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 Tetrahydrofurfuryl Acetate?

Tetrahydrofurfuryl Acetate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Tetrahydrofurfuryl acetate

Is Tetrahydrofurfuryl Acetate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Tetrahydrofurfuryl Acetate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Tetrahydrofurfuryl Acetate do in cosmetic products?

Tetrahydrofurfuryl Acetate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance, solvent.

What is the CAS number of Tetrahydrofurfuryl Acetate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Tetrahydrofurfuryl Acetate is 637-64-9.

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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: 15/10/2010