Is coal tar safe in cosmetics and personal care products?

Coal Tar has been flagged by IARC Group 1 as a carcinogen concern (HIGH risk level). onlyonlytoxinfree has found it in 3 products in our database. Our scores are based on peer-reviewed toxicology data and are never adjusted for brand partners.

Which products contain coal tar?

We have identified 3 products containing coal tar. You can scan any product barcode on onlyonlytoxinfree.com to check for this and other flagged ingredients.

High Concern

Coal Tar

Flagged by IARC Group 1 ↗ as a carcinogen concern

What it is

A coal-processing byproduct used in dandruff shampoos and psoriasis treatments. Classified as a Group 1 carcinogen by IARC.

Found in 3 products on this site

Sorted worst score first. Lower score = more concerning overall formulation.

Mg217, 3% Coal Tar Psoriasis Therapeutic Shampoo, 8 Oz

Mg217

75 Clean
Triderma Psoriasis Control Face & Body Cream

Genuine Virgin Aloe Corp

75 Clean
Dandruff Shampoo 16 fl oz by Mill Creek Botanicals

Mill Creek Botanicals

75 Clean

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