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CMR petroleum stream

Distillates (petroleum), vacuum

CAS 70592-78-8
12

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

Vacuum petroleum distillates are heavy oil fractions classified as Category 1B carcinogens due to PAH content. They are prohibited from EU cosmetics, and only fully refined, declassified streams could be considered.

Skin benefits

  • No cosmetic benefit at this grade
  • Only highly refined and reclassified streams could ever be considered

Known concerns

  • Classified as Carcinogen Category 1B unless refining history proven
  • Contains polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons
  • Prohibited from cosmetics under EU Annex II as a CMR substance
  • Worker exposure regulated as hazardous chemical

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

Same plant / compound family

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

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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.