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Benzo[rst]pentaphene

CAS 189-55-9
2

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

A highly carcinogenic polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH), classified as an IARC Group 2A probable human carcinogen, absolutely banned from cosmetics.

Benzo[rst]pentaphene (also known as benzo[rst]pentaphene or dibenzo[a,l]pyrene) is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon classified as IARC Group 2A probable human carcinogen. It carries H341 (mutagen), H350 (carcinogen), H351 (suspected carcinogen), and H400/H410 (environmental hazard) statements. PAHs of this classification are prohibited in cosmetic products under EU Regulation 1223/2009 Annex II.

Known concerns

  • IARC Group 2A probable carcinogen
  • Highly carcinogenic PAH
  • Genotoxic carcinogen
  • Environmental hazard (H400/H410)
  • EU Annex II prohibition

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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