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Banned Substance

Pitch, if it contains > 0.005 % w/w benzo[a]pyrene

CAS 61789-60-4
2

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

Coal-tar pitch with BaP above 0.005% — EU Annex II banned for cosmetics. Benzo[a]pyrene is an IARC Group 1 human carcinogen. Industrial residue; never appropriate for skin application.

Skin benefits

  • Not applicable - banned for cosmetic use

Known concerns

  • EU Annex II prohibited substance
  • Contains benzo[a]pyrene — IARC Group 1 human carcinogen
  • PAH-rich coal-tar pitch material
  • Photocarcinogenic
  • No legitimate cosmetic application

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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