Is Tar Acids, Residues, Distillates, First-Cut vegan?
Tar Acids, Residues, Distillates, First-Cut
A complex combination of tar acids obtained as a first-cut distillate fraction from tar, used industrially as a chemical intermediate or wood/preservative treatment; it is a petroleum/coal-derived substance and may contain trace benzene above 0.1% w/w.
| INCI name | Tar Acids, Residues, Distillates, First-Cut |
|---|---|
| CAS number | 68477-23-6 |
| EC number | 270-713-1 |
| CosIng ID | 81057 |
| Last reviewed | 10 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.
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