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Solvent naphtha (petroleum), light arom., if it contains > 0.1% w/w benzene

CAS 64742-95-6
8

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

A light aromatic petroleum solvent naphtha containing benzene above the 0.1% w/w threshold, classified as a presumed human carcinogen and prohibited in EU cosmetic products.

Light aromatic solvent naphtha (petroleum) is composed of C8-C10 aromatic hydrocarbons with benzene and toluene as the principal low-boiling aromatics. The 'light aromatic' designation indicates a targeted solvent fraction but does not guarantee benzene removal. The benzene conditional qualifier places this stream in EU Annex II prohibited status for cosmetic use under Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009.

Known concerns

  • Contains >0.1% benzene — EU Annex II restricted CMR substance
  • Category 1A carcinogen under CLP Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
  • Contains toluene and xylenes — additional skin/respiratory irritants
  • Flammable organic solvent

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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