Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
10 study endpoints found for Red Petrolatum. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.
| Endpoint | Value | Route | Species | Study Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOAEL | 2500 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Carcinogenicity | COSMOS_DB |
| dose_tested | 2500 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Carcinogenicity | COSMOS_DB |
| LOEL | 0.2 other | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | 30 mg/kg bw/day | dermal | rat | dermal | REACH |
| LOAEL | ca.2 other | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| LOAEL | 100 mg/kg bw/day | dermal | code:3543 | dermal | REACH |
| NOAEL | 125 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | ca.1000 mg/kg bw/day | dermal | code:3484 | dermal | REACH |
| NOAEL | >=2000 mg/kg bw/day | dermal | rat | dermal | REACH |
| NOAEL | 5000 other | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
GHS Hazard Classification
Globally Harmonized System classification per ECHA C&L inventory and ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Cards.
Expert Verdict
Critical: EU requires documented full refining history proving non-carcinogenicity; unrefined petrolatum contains polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), classified CMR; "Red" variant is less refined than white petrolatum — extra scrutiny required; ensure supplier provides UV absorbance test data per 21 CFR 172.880
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Red Petrolatum safe in cosmetics?
Critical: EU requires documented full refining history proving non-carcinogenicity; unrefined petrolatum contains polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), classified CMR; "Red" variant is less refined than white petrolatum — extra scrutiny required; ensure supplier provides UV absorbance test data per 21 CFR 172.880 The EU classifies Red Petrolatum as "prohibited". Safety rating: GOOD. 10 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Red Petrolatum allowed in the EU?
Red Petrolatum EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Red Petrolatum do in cosmetics?
Red Petrolatum functions as: Skin conditioning, skin protectant, UV absorber, moisturizer. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8009-03-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Red Petrolatum?
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.
What is the NOAEL for Red Petrolatum?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Red Petrolatum is 2500 mg/kg bw/day based on a Carcinogenicity study via oral route in rat. A total of 10 study endpoints are available. Source: COSMOS_DB.
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