Petrolatum
Used in cosmetic products as antistatic and skin conditioning, emollient. Petrolatum. A complex combination of hydrocarbons obtained as a semi-solid from dewaxing paraffinic residual oil. It consists predominantly of saturated crystalline and liquid hydrocarbons having carbon numbers predominantly greater than C25.
EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, Annex II/904.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Petrolatum used for in cosmetics?
Petrolatum is used in cosmetic products as antistatic and skin conditioning, emollient. Petrolatum. A complex combination of hydrocarbons obtained as a semi-solid from dewaxing paraffinic residual oil. It consists predominantly of saturated crystalline and liquid hydrocarbons having carbon numbers predominantly greater than C25.
Is Petrolatum restricted in cosmetics in the EU?
Petrolatum is listed in the annexes of EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009: Annex II/904 (prohibited in eu cosmetics). ban substances that deplete the ozone layer Always check the full annex entry for the conditions of use.
What is the CAS number of Petrolatum?
Petrolatum is listed with CAS number 8009-03-8 and EC number 232-373-2.