Banned Substance
Tar acids, distn. residues, 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
Tar acid distillation residues banned in EU cosmetics whenever benzene content exceeds 0.1%. Carcinogen-laden mixed phenolics with no acceptable cosmetic use.
Skin benefits
- Primarily a processing aid
Known concerns
- EU Annex II banned when benzene >0.1%
- Benzene is an IARC Group 1 carcinogen
- Distillation residues contain mixed PAH contaminants
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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