Banned
Hydrocarbons, C16-20, solvent-dewaxed hydrocracked paraffinic distn. residue
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A C16–C20 paraffinic distillation residue — Category 1B carcinogen banned from EU cosmetics under Annex II unless full refining history can demonstrate non-carcinogenicity. Industrial petroleum feedstock.
Skin benefits
- No legitimate cosmetic benefit unless full refining history is documented
Known concerns
- EU CLP carcinogen Category 1B unless refining history proven
- Residual aromatic hydrocarbons
- Annex II prohibited cosmetic substance
- Industrial paraffinic feedstock
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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