Hexyl Methacrylate

INCI: HEXYL METHACRYLATE

CAS Number
142-09-6
Function
Film former / monomer (primarily nail products, polymerised systems)
Safety Rating
POOR

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” not listed in 21 CFR 700 prohibited/restricted list

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
high

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Expert Verdict

Skin sensitiser and irritant; unreacted monomer residues must be minimised to avoid skin and eye irritation.

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

ifra_fragrance

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hexyl Methacrylate safe in cosmetics?

Skin sensitiser and irritant; unreacted monomer residues must be minimised to avoid skin and eye irritation. The EU classifies Hexyl Methacrylate as "permitted". Safety rating: POOR.

Is Hexyl Methacrylate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Hexyl Methacrylate do in cosmetics?

Hexyl Methacrylate functions as: Film former / monomer (primarily nail products, polymerised systems). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 142-09-6.

What is the Margin of Safety for Hexyl Methacrylate?

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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