Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Residual monomer content is critical — free methyl methacrylate and methacrylic acid are sensitizers and irritants. Require Certificate of Analysis from supplier confirming residual monomer levels. Not recommended as free monomer in leave-on products.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is C12-13 Alkyl Methacrylate safe in cosmetics?
Residual monomer content is critical — free methyl methacrylate and methacrylic acid are sensitizers and irritants. Require Certificate of Analysis from supplier confirming residual monomer levels. Not recommended as free monomer in leave-on products. The EU classifies C12-13 Alkyl Methacrylate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is C12-13 Alkyl Methacrylate allowed in the EU?
C12-13 Alkyl Methacrylate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does C12-13 Alkyl Methacrylate do in cosmetics?
C12-13 Alkyl Methacrylate functions as: Film former, Viscosity increasing agent (primarily used in copolymer form). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned as standalone monomer (typically appears as copolymer component).
What is the Margin of Safety for C12-13 Alkyl Methacrylate?
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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