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Gasoline, pyrolysis, hydrogenated, if it contains > 0.1% w/w benzene
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A heavily contaminated industrial hydrocarbon mixture that carries significant benzene and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) exposure risk; it is prohibited in cosmetic products under EU regulations.
This is a hydrogenated petroleum pyrolysis product with potential benzene content exceeding 0.1% w/w, triggering EU Annex II prohibition under Regulation 1223/2009. Benzene is classified as a Category 1A carcinogen (CLP) and is listed on the EU's prohibited substance list for cosmetic products. Industrial-grade feedstock with no cosmetic application.
Known concerns
- Contains benzene >0.1% w/w — EU Annex II prohibited carcinogen
- May contain polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs)
- Category 1A carcinogen under CLP Regulation (EC) 1272/2008
- Not permitted as cosmetic ingredient in any concentration
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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