C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate

INCI: C12-22 ALKYL METHACRYLATE

CAS Number
Not assigned as a single CAS (monomer mixture); COSING Ref No. 54271
Function
Monomer building block for acrylate copolymers; film forming, hair fixative
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not individually calculated; CIR relies on use-concentration data and in-practice formulation limits

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Residual free monomer must be minimized as free methacrylic acid is readily absorbed through skin and mucous membranes. Ensure supplier CoA confirms residual monomer levels.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate safe in cosmetics?

Residual free monomer must be minimized as free methacrylic acid is readily absorbed through skin and mucous membranes. Ensure supplier CoA confirms residual monomer levels. The EU classifies C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate allowed in the EU?

C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate do in cosmetics?

C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate functions as: Monomer building block for acrylate copolymers; film forming, hair fixative. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned as a single CAS (monomer mixture); COSING Ref No. 54271.

What is the Margin of Safety for C12-22 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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