Glyceryl Methacrylate

INCI: GLYCERYL METHACRYLATE

CAS Number
5919-74-4 (2,3-dihydroxypropyl methacrylate)
Function
Skin conditioning agent; monomer/film former precursor
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” CIR reviewed glyceryl acrylates (2022) and concluded safe in cosmetics in the present practices of use and concentrations

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

Residual free monomer (methacrylic acid) must be controlled; potential skin sensitizer if monomer is present above threshold; ensure polymerized/reacted form in final formulation

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glyceryl Methacrylate safe in cosmetics?

Residual free monomer (methacrylic acid) must be controlled; potential skin sensitizer if monomer is present above threshold; ensure polymerized/reacted form in final formulation The EU classifies Glyceryl Methacrylate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Glyceryl Methacrylate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Glyceryl Methacrylate do in cosmetics?

Glyceryl Methacrylate functions as: Skin conditioning agent; monomer/film former precursor. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 5919-74-4 (2,3-dihydroxypropyl methacrylate).

What is the Margin of Safety for Glyceryl Methacrylate?

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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