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Distillates (coal tar), pitch

CAS 101316-49-8
5

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

About

Distillates (coal Tar), Pitch is a cosmetic ingredient. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

Coal tar pitch distillates are complex mixtures of PAHs produced during coal tar distillation. Coal tar and its distillates are classified as confirmed human carcinogens (IARC Group 1) and are listed in EU Regulation 1223/2009 Annex II as prohibited substances. These mixtures contain known carcinogens including benzo[a]pyrene and are strictly forbidden in cosmetic products.

Known concerns

  • IARC Group 1 confirmed carcinogen
  • PAH mixture with multiple carcinogens
  • EU Annex II prohibition
  • Skin absorption and systemic carcinogenicity

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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