Ethoxyethyl Cyanoacrylate

INCI: ETHOXYETHYL CYANOACRYLATE

CAS Number
97009-74-8
Function
Film former / adhesive (nail products, eyelash adhesives)
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status prohibited
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted. FDA recognizes cyanoacrylate adhesives in cosmetic nail/lash products

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
high

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Expert Verdict

Exothermic polymerization on contact with moisture โ€” potential thermal burn risk on skin. Formaldehyde release during degradation. Eye irritant. Skin sensitizer. Products must include directions to avoid skin contact.

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ethoxyethyl Cyanoacrylate safe in cosmetics?

Exothermic polymerization on contact with moisture โ€” potential thermal burn risk on skin. Formaldehyde release during degradation. Eye irritant. Skin sensitizer. Products must include directions to avoid skin contact. The EU classifies Ethoxyethyl Cyanoacrylate as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Ethoxyethyl Cyanoacrylate allowed in the EU?

Ethoxyethyl Cyanoacrylate EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Ethoxyethyl Cyanoacrylate do in cosmetics?

Ethoxyethyl Cyanoacrylate functions as: Film former / adhesive (nail products, eyelash adhesives). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 97009-74-8.

What is the Margin of Safety for Ethoxyethyl Cyanoacrylate?

adequate 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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