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Petroleum-derived emollient (restricted)

Distillates (petroleum), chemically neutralized light paraffinic

CAS 64742-28-5
35

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

A petroleum distillate fraction permitted in cosmetics only if its full refining history rules out carcinogenic PAH content. Otherwise it remains prohibited under EU Cosmetics Regulation Annex II.

Skin benefits

  • Provides occlusive barrier when refined to cosmetic grade
  • Inexpensive emollient for industrial lubricants and basic skin care

Known concerns

  • Crude unrefined petroleum distillates are listed under EU Annex II as carcinogenic unless full refining history is documented
  • May contain polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) if undertreated
  • Significant variability in purity between suppliers
  • Environmental and sustainability concerns around petroleum sourcing

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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4
Distillates (petroleum), C6-rich, if it contains > 0.1 % w/w benzene
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 8
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 4
Distillates (petroleum), acid-treated heavy paraffinic
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 8
Distillates (petroleum), acid-treated light naphthenic
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 12
Distillates (petroleum), acid-treated light paraffinic
Other
 36
Distillates (petroleum), chemically neutralized heavy naphthenic
petroleum distillate

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