Distillates (coal tar), benzole fraction
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Distillates (coal Tar), Benzole Fraction is a cosmetic ingredient. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Coal tar benzole fraction is a complex mixture of aromatic hydrocarbons including benzene and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). It is classified as a known human carcinogen and is banned from use in cosmetic products under EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 Annex II.
Known concerns
- Coal tar fraction - contains polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs)
- EU banned as constituent of cosmetic substances
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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