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Distillates (petroleum), light arom., if it contains > 0.1% w/w benzene
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
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About
A light aromatic petroleum distillate with potential benzene contamination above cosmetic thresholds; the benzene level specified places this substance on the EU Annex II prohibited list for cosmetic ingredients.
Light aromatic petroleum distillates are rich in C6-C9 aromatics and are used industrially as solvents or chemical feedstocks. The 'light aromatic' descriptor indicates significant BTEX (benzene, toluene, ethylbenzene, xylene) content, and the conditional benzene flag of >0.1% w/w triggers prohibition under EU Regulation 1223/2009 Annex II. No cosmetic function is established for this substance.
Known concerns
- Benzene >0.1% w/w — EU Annex II prohibited carcinogen
- BTEX aromatic content with additional toluene/xylene toxicity concerns
- Industrial aromatic solvent without cosmetic safety profile
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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