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Phenanthrene

Phenanthrene is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) commonly found in fossil fuels, tobacco smoke, and as a byproduct of incomplete combustion. It is not a food ingredient but a chemical compound often encountered in environmental exposure and industrial contexts.

Tracked contaminantUpdated Feb 7, 2026
Health score-5.0
-5Very bad5

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Risks

Carcinogenic potential, mutagenicity, respiratory toxicity, environmental pollutant

Benefits

None