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Distillates (coal tar)

CAS 65996-92-1
15

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

About

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

Coal tar distillates are complex mixtures of aromatic hydrocarbons including PAHs, several of which are known carcinogens. Under EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009, coal tar is restricted (Annex III) and its use is limited to specific hair dye applications with strict conditions. General distillates are not permitted as cosmetic ingredients due to PAH content. REACH restrictions on PAH levels in consumer products apply.

Known concerns

  • PAH carcinogen content
  • Known carcinogen constituents
  • Restricted in EU cosmetics (Annex III)
  • Skin penetration potential

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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