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Is Gases (petroleum), hydrogen-rich, if they contain > 0.1% w/w Butadiene vegetarian?

Gases (petroleum), hydrogen-rich, if they contain > 0.1% w/w Butadiene

Vegetarian Unconfirmed

A complex combination of hydrocarbons obtained as a hydrogen-rich gas stream from petroleum refining processes such as catalytic reforming or steam cracking, restricted here due to potential butadiene content above 0.1% w/w. It is a petroleum-derived industrial substance, not intended for direct cosmetic use, restricted under EU cosmetics regulation as a CMR substance precursor.

INCI name Gases (petroleum), hydrogen-rich, if they contain > 0.1% w/w Butadiene
CAS number 68477-97-4
EC number 270-780-7
CosIng ID 28611
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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