Acrolein

Acrolein is a Category 2 carcinogen and Category 1 acute toxin with mutagenicity concerns. This substance must never appear in a cosmetic formula. If detected as an impurity from degradation, it should be controlled to undetectable levels. The EU classifies Acrolein as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.

Acrolein EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

Acrolein functions as: No approved cosmetic function — it is an industrial chemical (2-propenal). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 107-02-8.

not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

Acrolein carries a GHS signal word of "DANGER". Hazard statements: Extremely flammable liquid and vapour Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Fatal if swallowed or in contact with skin Toxic if inhaled May cause cancer May cause damage to upper respiratory tract through prolonged or repeated exposure Very toxic to aquatic life. This classification is based on the ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Card and ECHA C&L inventory data. Note: GHS classification applies to the pure substance — at cosmetic use concentrations, hazard thresholds may not be met.