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Naphtha (coal), distn. residues, if it contains > 0.1% w/w benzene

CAS 90641-12-6
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A distillation-residue naphtha from coal processing containing trace benzene, making it a prohibited cosmetic ingredient under EU Annex II to Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009.

This naphtha stream represents the distillation residues from coal-derived naphtha processing, a complex mixture of aromatic and aliphatic hydrocarbons. The conditional benzene trigger applies here as with all streams in this group. Coal processing residuals additionally carry concerns from sulfur compounds and heterocyclic aromatic structures that can be skin sensitizing and toxic to aquatic environments.

Known concerns

  • Contains >0.1% benzene — EU Annex II restricted CMR substance
  • Category 1A carcinogen under CLP Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
  • Coal matrix may introduce polyaromatic hydrocarbons
  • Sulfur-containing heterocycles in residue fraction
  • Aquatic toxicity hazard from persistent aromatic compounds

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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