Dimethylolpropionic Acid

INCI: DIMETHYLOLPROPIONIC ACID

CAS Number
4767-03-7
Function
Polymer building block; trifunctional intermediate for waterborne polyurethane dispersions
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; no specific CFR prohibition

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Polymer building block used in waterborne polyurethane dispersions; free residual monomer in finished films must remain below toxicological thresholds, requiring verification of polymerization completeness via supplier documentation.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dimethylolpropionic Acid safe in cosmetics?

Polymer building block used in waterborne polyurethane dispersions; free residual monomer in finished films must remain below toxicological thresholds, requiring verification of polymerization completeness via supplier documentation. The EU classifies Dimethylolpropionic Acid as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Dimethylolpropionic Acid allowed in the EU?

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

What does Dimethylolpropionic Acid do in cosmetics?

Dimethylolpropionic Acid functions as: Polymer building block; trifunctional intermediate for waterborne polyurethane dispersions. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 4767-03-7.

What is the Margin of Safety for Dimethylolpropionic Acid?

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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