Solvent
Extracts (petroleum), heavy paraffinic distillate solvent
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A heavy paraffinic petroleum distillate. Listed on the EU Cosmetics Annex II banned list because it is presumed Category 1B carcinogenic unless proven PAH-depleted.
Skin benefits
- Primarily a processing aid; no consumer benefit
Known concerns
- EU Carc. 1B classification for unrefined material
- EU Cosmetics Regulation Annex II banned entry
- Potential PAH-driven carcinogenicity
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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