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Naphtha (petroleum), hydrotreated light, if it contains > 0.1% w/w benzene

CAS 64742-49-0 Updated
5

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A petroleum solvent banned in EU cosmetics when benzene content exceeds 0.1%. Benzene is a known human carcinogen, so this grade is not permitted in personal-care products.

Skin benefits

  • Industrial solvent — not for cosmetic use at this purity

Known concerns

  • EU Annex II banned when benzene >0.1%
  • Benzene is IARC Group 1 carcinogen
  • Aspiration toxicity
  • CMR concerns

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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