Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Petroleum distillates carry PAH contamination risk and volatile fractions may cause inhalation toxicity; not recommended for leave-on cosmetics without full characterization and individual regulatory justification.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Petroleum Distillates safe in cosmetics?
Petroleum distillates carry PAH contamination risk and volatile fractions may cause inhalation toxicity; not recommended for leave-on cosmetics without full characterization and individual regulatory justification. The EU classifies Petroleum Distillates as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Petroleum Distillates allowed in the EU?
Petroleum Distillates EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Petroleum Distillates do in cosmetics?
Petroleum Distillates functions as: Solvent, viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Multiple — e.g., 64742-47-8 (hydrotreated light), 64742-48-9 (hydrotreated heavy naphthenic), 64742-55-8 (hydrotreated light paraffinic).
What is the Margin of Safety for Petroleum Distillates?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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