Banned Substance
Hydrocarbons, C>=5, C5-6-rich, 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.
A petroleum fraction containing more than 0.1% benzene. Banned in EU cosmetics — benzene is a known human carcinogen and must not appear in personal-care products.
Skin benefits
- Industrial solvent — not appropriate for cosmetic use
Known concerns
- Contains benzene > 0.1% w/w — IARC Group 1 human carcinogen
- EU Annex II banned listing for benzene-containing fractions
- Reproductive toxicity
- Not approved for any cosmetic use
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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