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Is Anthracene oil, anthracene-low vegetarian?

Anthracene oil, anthracene-low

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A coal tar distillate fraction low in anthracene content, regulated when it contains more than 0.1% w/w benzene, a known carcinogenic hydrocarbon.

INCI name Anthracene oil, anthracene-low
CAS number 90640-82-7
EC number 292-604-8
CosIng ID 81090
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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