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Banned

Fuel oil, heavy, high-sulfur

CAS 92045-14-2
3

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

A heavy high-sulfur petroleum fuel oil — classified as a carcinogen and explicitly banned from EU cosmetics under Annex II. Has no role in any consumer skincare product.

Skin benefits

  • No legitimate cosmetic benefit

Known concerns

  • EU CLP carcinogen Category 1B
  • High PAH and sulfur content
  • Strong eye and skin irritant
  • Annex II prohibited substance

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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