Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Trimellitic anhydride (TMA) is a well-documented occupational sensitizer causing pulmonary and dermal hypersensitivity; combined with HEMA sensitization, this ingredient carries elevated risk with no cosmetic-specific toxicology dossier available; patch testing and residual anhydride specification strongly recommended.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is HEMA Trimellitate Anhydride safe in cosmetics?
Trimellitic anhydride (TMA) is a well-documented occupational sensitizer causing pulmonary and dermal hypersensitivity; combined with HEMA sensitization, this ingredient carries elevated risk with no cosmetic-specific toxicology dossier available; patch testing and residual anhydride specification strongly recommended. The EU classifies HEMA Trimellitate Anhydride as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is HEMA Trimellitate Anhydride allowed in the EU?
HEMA Trimellitate Anhydride EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does HEMA Trimellitate Anhydride do in cosmetics?
HEMA Trimellitate Anhydride functions as: Film forming (nail enhancement). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly assigned in CosIng.
What is the Margin of Safety for HEMA Trimellitate Anhydride?
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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