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Solvent

ETHYLBENZENE

CAS 100-41-4 Updated
8

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

About

An aromatic hydrocarbon solvent (CAS 100-41-4). Classified IARC Group 2B as a possible human carcinogen and is highly flammable. Not a desirable cosmetic ingredient — likely a residual contaminant.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Solvent functionality (industrial)

Known concerns

  • IARC Group 2B carcinogen
  • Ototoxic and neurotoxic
  • Highly flammable
  • Skin and eye irritant

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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