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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
Water guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Food and supplement guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Risks
Carcinogenic potential, mutagenicity, respiratory toxicity, environmental pollutant
Benefits
None