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C8-10 ALKANE/CYCLOALKANE/AROMATIC HYDROCARBONS

CAS 64742-82-1 Updated
45

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A petroleum naphtha solvent that includes aromatic hydrocarbons. The aromatic content (potentially including trace benzene and PAHs) is the safety lever; cosmetic-grade material must be highly dearomatised.

Skin benefits

  • Fast-evaporating hydrocarbon solvent
  • Used as a carrier in some cosmetic formulations
  • Low residue

Known concerns

  • Contains aromatic hydrocarbons — benzene/PAH residual concern
  • Petroleum UVCB with variable composition
  • Defatting potential on skin
  • Flammable in concentrated form

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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