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Furfural

Korean: 퍼퓨랄 · CAS 98-01-1 · Functions: fragrance, solvent

KR South Korea (MFDS)

No specific rule on file.

EU European Union (CosIng)

Restricted Annex III/312

Maximum: 0,001 %

Source: EU CosIng — Annex III · checked Oct 16, 2026

US United States (FDA)

No specific rule on file. The FDA regulates few cosmetic ingredients by name; no rule does not mean approval.

Other markets

How Furfural is treated in 1 more market, from the overseas cosmetic regulation database compiled by Korea's MFDS. Always confirm with the regulator of that country before selling there.

Market	Status	Conditions
AS ASEAN (10 countries)	Restricted	MFDS summary (Korean): * 【Restrictions】 Maximum authorised concentration in the finished cosmetic product : 0.001% * 제한 【완제품에서 허용된 최대 농도】 : 0.001%

Source: MFDS cosmetic ingredient use restrictions — overseas regulations · checked Oct 16, 2026

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FURFURAL 퍼퓨랄

Information only, not medical advice. Rules change — always check the linked official source. If you are pregnant, have a skin condition or allergies, ask a dermatologist or pharmacist.