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petroleum distillate

Distillates (petroleum), chemically neutralized heavy naphthenic

CAS 64742-34-3
36

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

A chemically neutralized heavy naphthenic petroleum distillate. Without rigorous refining documentation it may contain polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, and is restricted as a cosmetic ingredient in the EU.

Skin benefits

  • Highly refined mineral oil-type emollient
  • Provides occlusion and lubrication
  • Cost-effective base material

Known concerns

  • Insufficiently refined naphthenic distillates can contain PAH carcinogens
  • EU restricts mineral oil distillates unless full refining history is documented
  • Variable purity between suppliers
  • Not consistent with high-purity cosmetic grades like white mineral oil

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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