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

CAS 64741-87-3
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Sweetened naphtha petroleum fraction contaminated with benzene above 0.1% is prohibited in EU cosmetics due to benzene's carcinogenicity.

Naphtha (petroleum), sweetened (CAS 64741-87-3) is a petroleum distillate that has undergone sweetener treatment to remove sulfur. However, the benzene content question is separate from sulfur removal. Under EU Annex II, sweetened naphtha with benzene above 0.1% w/w is prohibited in cosmetic products. The 'sweetened' descriptor addresses sulfur, not aromatic content, meaning benzene contamination remains a compliance issue for cosmetic raw materials derived from this fraction.

Known concerns

  • EU Annex II — benzene contamination (>0.1% prohibited)
  • Known human carcinogen (benzene)

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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