Solvent
Extract residues (coal), brown, if they contain > 0.005 % w/w benzo[a]pyrene
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Brown coal extract residues containing measurable benzo[a]pyrene — an IARC Group 1 human carcinogen. EU bans this substance from cosmetics outright under Annex II. There is no acceptable cosmetic use.
Skin benefits
- No cosmetic benefit — substance is EU-banned
Known concerns
- Benzo[a]pyrene IARC Group 1 carcinogen
- Genotoxic and mutagenic
- EU Annex II banned
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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