Banned petroleum fuel
Gasoline, vapor-recovery, 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.
This is a gasoline vapor-recovery stream that is explicitly banned from cosmetic products in the EU when benzene levels exceed 0.1 percent. Benzene is a confirmed human carcinogen, so this material has no place in skincare.
Skin benefits
- Used as automotive fuel
- Has no cosmetic function
Known concerns
- EU Annex II prohibits this petroleum stream in cosmetics when benzene content exceeds 0.1 percent
- Benzene is an IARC Group 1 human carcinogen linked to leukaemia
- Highly flammable and a respiratory irritant
- Causes aspiration toxicity if swallowed
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.