Skip to content

Banned Substance

Extracts (petroleum), light vacuum gas oil solvent

CAS 91995-78-7 Updated
4

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

About

A light vacuum gas oil solvent extract banned from EU cosmetics for high PAH carcinogen content. Industrial petroleum byproduct, not personal-care material.

Skin benefits

  • Not for cosmetic use

Known concerns

  • EU Annex II banned petroleum extract
  • High PAH content (carcinogenic)
  • Industrial solvent extract

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

Related banned substances

4
11-alpha-Hydroxypregn-4-ene-3,20-dione and its esters
Banned Substance
 4
2,2,2-Tribromoethanol (tribromoethyl alcohol)
Banned Substance
 4
3,3-Bis(4-hydroxyphenyl)phthalide (Phenolphthalein (INN))
Banned Substance
 4
6-(2-Chloroethyl)-6-(2-methoxyethoxy)-2,5,7,10-tetraoxa-6-silaundecane
Banned Substance
 4
Acetylcholine chloride
Banned Substance
 4
Alkali pentacyanonitrosylferrate (2-)
Banned Substance
 4
Cinchocaine (INN) and its salts
Banned Substance
 4
Colouring agent CI 12140
Banned Substance

Check your shelf

Find Extracts (petroleum), light vacuum gas oil solvent in your products.

Scan any cosmetic product with LuxSense to see if it contains Extracts (petroleum), light vacuum gas oil solvent and get a full ingredient breakdown with safety scores.

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