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Banned Substance

Benz[a]anthracene

CAS 56-55-3
1

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

Benz[a]anthracene is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon and IARC 2B possible carcinogen, banned in EU cosmetics. Combustion contaminant with no skincare use.

Skin benefits

  • Not for cosmetic use

Known concerns

  • EU Annex II banned PAH
  • IARC Group 2B possibly carcinogenic
  • Genotoxic combustion contaminant

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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