Is Ceteareth-25 Methacrylate safe in cosmetics?
Ceteareth-25 Methacrylate has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: prohibited. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Ceteareth-25 Methacrylate
INCI: CETEARETH-25 METHACRYLATE
Ceteareth-25 Methacrylate (CAS Not specifically assigned (polymeric derivative)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Film former, viscosity controller, hair fixative. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: prohibited. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
Not specifically assigned (polymeric derivative)
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Function
Film former, viscosity controller, hair fixative
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
prohibited
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Not separately CIR-reviewed; no FDA restriction
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Ceteareth-25 Methacrylate.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Ceteareth-25 Methacrylate.
Regulatory Flags
potential-allergen
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ceteareth-25 Methacrylate allowed in the EU?
Ceteareth-25 Methacrylate EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ceteareth-25 Methacrylate do in cosmetics?
Ceteareth-25 Methacrylate functions as: Film former, viscosity controller, hair fixative. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (polymeric derivative).
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