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GLYCOFUROL

CAS 9004-76-6 / 31692-85-0
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Glycofurol is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

Glycofurol (tetrahydrofurfuryl polyethylene glycol ether) is listed in EU Regulation 1223/2009 as a permitted cosmetic ingredient with no restriction entries. It functions as a solvent and vehicle in cosmetic formulations, including some injectable and pharmaceutical-grade skincare products, reflecting its well-tolerated safety profile.

Skin benefits

  • Enhances penetration of active ingredients
  • Functions as gentle co-solvent for difficult-to-dissolve ingredients

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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