petroleum distillate
Distillates (petroleum), chemically neutralized light naphthenic
Safety score · 0–100
Caution
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A chemically neutralized light naphthenic petroleum distillate that may carry carcinogenic polycyclic aromatic impurities unless fully refined, restricting its acceptable use in cosmetics under EU rules.
Skin benefits
- Provides occlusive, lubricating action in industrial and some cosmetic uses
- Generally inert when highly refined to remove polycyclic aromatic content
Known concerns
- Untreated or mildly treated naphthenic distillates can contain carcinogenic PAHs
- EU Annex II prohibits petroleum distillates unless the complete refining history shows non-carcinogenicity
- Sensitive to refinery process variation and impurity carryover
- Limited transparency about residual aromatic content in this CAS group
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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