Isopropylacrylamide (N-Isopropylacrylamide)
INCI: NOT A RECOGNIZED COSMETIC INCI
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Suspected carcinogen (Category 2, H351); causes serious eye damage (H318); harmful via oral, dermal, and inhalation routes; respiratory irritant (H335). Monomer form is not acceptable in cosmetics.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Isopropylacrylamide (N-Isopropylacrylamide) safe in cosmetics?
Suspected carcinogen (Category 2, H351); causes serious eye damage (H318); harmful via oral, dermal, and inhalation routes; respiratory irritant (H335). Monomer form is not acceptable in cosmetics. The EU classifies Isopropylacrylamide (N-Isopropylacrylamide) as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Isopropylacrylamide (N-Isopropylacrylamide) allowed in the EU?
Isopropylacrylamide (N-Isopropylacrylamide) EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Isopropylacrylamide (N-Isopropylacrylamide) do in cosmetics?
Isopropylacrylamide (N-Isopropylacrylamide) functions as: Monomer for polymer synthesis; not used directly in cosmetic formulations. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 2210-25-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Isopropylacrylamide (N-Isopropylacrylamide)?
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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