Petrolatum

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Where is Petrolatum found?

Petrolatum is found in cosmetics for the treatment of chapped hands and lips, toenail fungus, nosebleeds, diaper rash, and in personal lubricants, softener for cuticles and lips, and makeup remover. It is also found in products to remove stains from furniture and products used to stop fungi from developing in pets.

How can you avoid contact with Petrolatum?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• Caswell No. 645A
• Cosmoline
• Cream white
• EINECS 232-373-2
• EPA Pesticide Chemical Code
• 598400
• Extra amber
• HSDB 1138
• Mineral fat
• Mineral grease (petrolatum)
• Mineral jelly
• Mineral wax
• Paraffin jelly
• Pennsoline soft yellow
• Penreco white
• Perfecta
• Petrolatum
• Petrolatum USP
• Petrolatum, amber
• Petrolatum, yellow
• Petroleum jelly
• Protopet, alba
• Protopet, white 1S
• Protopet, white 2L
• Saxoline
• Snow white
• Ultima white
• Vaseline
• Vasoliment
• White petrolatum USP
• White petroleum jelly
• White protopet
• White Vaseline
• Yellow petrolatum

What are some products that may contain Petrolatum?

A clinician's point of view.

Additional resources and links for Petrolatum.

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For additional information about products that might contain Petrolatum, visit the Consumer Product Information Database. These lists are brief and provide just a few examples. They are not comprehensive. Product formulations also change frequently. Read product labels carefully and talk to your doctor if you have any questions. These are general guidelines. Talk to your doctor for more specific instructions.