Cetearyl Methacrylate

INCI: CETEARYL METHACRYLATE

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned (typically used as copolymer component)
Function
Film forming, viscosity controlling
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically restricted; acrylate/methacrylate copolymers reviewed by CIR

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Residual monomer is a known sensitizer. Must verify complete polymerization and residual monomer below specification limits. Patch testing warranted.

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cetearyl Methacrylate safe in cosmetics?

Residual monomer is a known sensitizer. Must verify complete polymerization and residual monomer below specification limits. Patch testing warranted. The EU classifies Cetearyl Methacrylate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Cetearyl Methacrylate allowed in the EU?

Cetearyl Methacrylate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Cetearyl Methacrylate do in cosmetics?

Cetearyl Methacrylate functions as: Film forming, viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (typically used as copolymer component).

What is the Margin of Safety for Cetearyl 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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