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Is Naphtha (petroleum), light steam-cracked, hydrogenated vegan?

Naphtha (petroleum), light steam-cracked, hydrogenated

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A petroleum-derived naphtha produced by steam cracking and subsequent hydrogenation, regulated when it contains more than 0.1% w/w benzene, a known carcinogenic hydrocarbon.

INCI name Naphtha (petroleum), light steam-cracked, hydrogenated
CAS number 93165-55-0
EC number 296-942-7
CosIng ID 81720
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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