Banned Substance
Extract residues (coal), creosote oil acid, wash oil extract residue
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A coal-tar derived creosote residue. EU Annex II prohibited substance in cosmetics due to PAH content, carcinogenicity classification, and severe toxicity. Has no legitimate cosmetic use.
Skin benefits
- No cosmetic benefits
Known concerns
- EU Annex II prohibited
- IARC carcinogen status (PAHs)
- CMR (Cat 1B) classification
- Skin and respiratory toxicity
- Environmental persistence
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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