Moderate Cosmetic Ingredient

C1-8 Alkyl Acrylamide

INCI: C1-8 ALKYL ACRYLAMIDE

CAS Number
Not individually assigned (monomer descriptor)
Function
Co-monomer in film-forming and hair fixative copolymers
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status restricted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Must demonstrate residual acrylamide below 0.1 ppm in finished product

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

Acrylamide is restricted under Annex II; only permitted as trace residual in polymers. Residual monomer testing is mandatory for CPSR. Specify analytical method (LC-MS/MS, LOQ ≤0.01 ppm) and ensure supplier CoA includes residual acrylamide specification.

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Concern Level: High

Frequently Asked Questions

Is C1-8 Alkyl Acrylamide safe in cosmetics?

Acrylamide is restricted under Annex II; only permitted as trace residual in polymers. Residual monomer testing is mandatory for CPSR. Specify analytical method (LC-MS/MS, LOQ ≤0.01 ppm) and ensure supplier CoA includes residual acrylamide specification. The EU classifies C1-8 Alkyl Acrylamide as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is C1-8 Alkyl Acrylamide allowed in the EU?

C1-8 Alkyl Acrylamide EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does C1-8 Alkyl Acrylamide do in cosmetics?

C1-8 Alkyl Acrylamide functions as: Co-monomer in film-forming and hair fixative copolymers. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned (monomer descriptor).

What is the Margin of Safety for C1-8 Alkyl Acrylamide?

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.

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