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4-FURANYLETHYL RESORCINOL
Safety score · 0–100
Caution
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
4-furanylethyl Resorcinol is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Note: subject to regulatory restrictions in some markets. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
4-Furanylethyl Resorcinol is listed in EU Regulation 1223/2009 Annex III under reference III/22, which restricts its use in oxidative hair dye systems. It may be used in combination with oxidative agents at a maximum concentration that must be determined by general safety assessment. Like other resorcinol derivatives, it presents sensitization potential and requires appropriate labeling and usage precautions.
Skin benefits
- Functions as a hair dye coupler/intermediate for color development
Known concerns
- EU Annex III restricted (hair dye systems)
- Skin sensitizer
- Requires compliance with specific hair dye restrictions
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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