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Is Benzo[Rst]Pentaphene vegan?

Benzo[Rst]Pentaphene

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Benzo[rst]pentaphene, also known as dibenzo[a,i]pyrene, is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon formed from incomplete combustion, classified by IARC regarding carcinogenicity assessments.

Also known as Dibenzo[a,i]pyrene
INCI name Benzo[Rst]Pentaphene
CAS number 189-55-9
EC number 205-877-5
CosIng ID 99279
Last reviewed 10 July 2026

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