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Naphtha (petroleum), light catalytic cracked, 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.
About
A complex mixture of aromatic hydrocarbons derived from catalytic cracking of petroleum, included here specifically when it exceeds the 0.1% benzene threshold — benzene is a confirmed human carcinogen banned from cosmetic products under EU law.
This petroleum naphtha fraction from catalytic cracking contains aromatic hydrocarbons including benzene at levels above the EU cosmetics prohibition threshold of 0.1% w/w. Under Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 Annex II, benzene is listed as a prohibited substance for cosmetic use regardless of concentration, and any mixture containing >0.1% benzene falls within this restriction. These fractions are classified as carcinogenic, mutagenic, or reprotoxic (CMR) category 1A/1B substances under CLP Regulation (EC) 1272/2008.
Known concerns
- Contains benzene >0.1% w/w — EU Annex II prohibited substance
- CMR Category 1A carcinogen under CLP
- Skin and respiratory sensitizer
- Environmental hazard (aquatic toxicity, persistence)
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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