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Prohibited petroleum solvent

Naphtha (petroleum), solvent-refined light, if it contains > 0.1% w/w benzene

CAS 64741-84-0
5

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

A petroleum naphtha containing more than 0.1 percent benzene, banned from EU cosmetics due to benzene carcinogenicity. Should never appear in finished cosmetic products at this purity.

Skin benefits

  • No cosmetic benefits when above benzene threshold
  • Industrial solvent only in this form

Known concerns

  • Benzene is a Group 1 IARC carcinogen
  • EU prohibits naphtha streams with >0.1% benzene in cosmetics
  • Known to cause leukemia and bone marrow toxicity
  • Skin absorption and inhalation routes both hazardous

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

Same plant / compound family

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 8
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Other
 8
Naphtha (petroleum), catalytic dewaxed, if it contains > 0.1% w/w benzene
Other
 8
Naphtha (petroleum), catalytic reformed, if it contains > 0.1% w/w benzene
Other
 6
Naphtha (petroleum), full-range alkylate, if it contains > 0.1% w/w benzene
Prohibited petroleum stream
 2
Naphtha (petroleum), full-range coker, if it contains > 0.1% w/w benzene
petroleum distillate (prohibited in cosmetics)

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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.