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Distillates (coal tar), heavy oils

CAS 90640-86-1 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

About

Heavy coal tar distillation oils — severely restricted in EU cosmetics. They contain polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons including benzo(a)pyrene and are linked to cancer; prohibited in cosmetic products above trace levels.

Skin benefits

  • Historic medicinal use only

Known concerns

  • PAH/benzo(a)pyrene content
  • IARC Group 1 carcinogen class
  • EU cosmetic restrictions
  • Photocarcinogenic
  • Environmental persistence

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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