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Banned Substance

Fuel oil, no. 4

CAS 68476-31-3
2

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

A heavy distillate fuel oil — used as industrial heating fuel, not in cosmetics. EU Annex II bans its use in cosmetic products because it is classified as a CMR carcinogen.

Skin benefits

  • Not applicable — banned in cosmetics

Known concerns

  • EU Annex II banned for cosmetic use
  • CMR carcinogen Cat 1B
  • Aromatic hydrocarbon content
  • Aspiration toxicity

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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