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Benz[e]acephenanthrylene

CAS 205-99-2 Updated
3

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

About

Benzo[b]fluoranthene — a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) and combustion byproduct. IARC Group 2B carcinogen; has no legitimate cosmetic use.

Skin benefits

  • No cosmetic use case

Known concerns

  • Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) carcinogen
  • IARC Group 2B — possibly carcinogenic
  • H350 May cause cancer
  • Toxic to aquatic life
  • Combustion/coal-tar contaminant, not a cosmetic ingredient

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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