Is Paraffin waxes (coal), brown-coal high-temp. tar, hydrotreated vegetarian?
Paraffin waxes (coal), brown-coal high-temp. tar, hydrotreated
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
Vegan
Vegan
A complex combination of hydrocarbons derived from hydrotreated high-temperature brown-coal tar, regulated due to potential benzo[a]pyrene content above 0.005% w/w, a known carcinogen.
| INCI name | Paraffin waxes (coal), brown-coal high-temp. tar, hydrotreated |
|---|---|
| CAS number | 92045-72-2 |
| EC number | 295-455-7 |
| CosIng ID | 29019 |
| Last reviewed | 9 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.
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