Good Cosmetic Ingredient NOAEL Data GHS Classified

HEMA

CAS Number
868-77-9
Function
Nail Sculpting
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status Permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status restricted
US Notes CIR: SQ - IJT 24(Suppl 5):53-100, 2005

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Toxicological Studies

10 study endpoints found for HEMA. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.

Endpoint Value Route Species Study Type Source
NOAEL >=161.3 mg/kg bw/day oral - oral REACH
NOAEL >=124.1 mg/kg bw/day oral rat oral REACH
NOAEL 0.5 other 1991 rat inhalation REACH
NOAEL 100 mg/kg bw/day oral rat oral REACH
NOAEL >=600 mg/kg bw/day oral rat oral REACH
NOAEL 3230 mg/kg bw/day oral mouse oral REACH
NOAEL 150 mg/kg bw/day oral rat oral REACH
NOAEL 1500 mg/kg bw/day oral mouse oral REACH
NOAEL >=1258 mg/kg bw/day oral - oral REACH
NOAEL 6762 mg/kg bw/day oral - oral REACH

GHS Hazard Classification

Globally Harmonized System classification per ECHA C&L inventory and ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Cards.

Signal Word
WARNING
Pictograms
excl mark;warn; cancer;health haz
Hazard Statements
May be harmful if swallowed Causes skin and eye irritation May cause allergic skin reaction May be harmful if swallowed and enters airways
Short-term Exposure Effects
The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. If this liquid is swallowed, aspiration into the lungs may result in chemical pneumonitis.
Long-term Exposure Effects
Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization. See Notes.

Expert Verdict

HEMA is listed in the EU CosIng database with functions: Nail Sculpting It is permitted in the EU without specific restrictions.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

cosing-sourced eu-permitted needs-enrichment

Frequently Asked Questions

Is HEMA safe in cosmetics?

HEMA is listed in the EU CosIng database with functions: Nail Sculpting It is permitted in the EU without specific restrictions. The EU classifies HEMA as "Permitted". Safety rating: GOOD. 10 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.

Is HEMA allowed in the EU?

HEMA EU regulatory status: Permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does HEMA do in cosmetics?

HEMA functions as: Nail Sculpting. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 868-77-9.

What is the NOAEL for HEMA?

The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for HEMA is >=161.3 mg/kg bw/day based on a oral study via oral route in rat. A total of 10 study endpoints are available. Source: REACH.

Is HEMA classified as hazardous under GHS?

HEMA carries a GHS signal word of "WARNING". Hazard statements: May be harmful if swallowed Causes skin and eye irritation May cause allergic skin reaction May be harmful if swallowed and enters airways. This classification is based on the ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Card and ECHA C&L inventory data. Note: GHS classification applies to the pure substance โ€” at cosmetic use concentrations, hazard thresholds may not be met.

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