Methacryloyl Propyltrimethoxysilane

INCI: NOT LISTED IN COSING AS A STANDALONE COSMETIC INCI INGREDIENT - PRIMARILY AN INDUSTRIAL SILANE COUPLING AGENT

CAS Number
2530-85-0 (3-methacryloxypropyltrimethoxysilane, the most common isomer)
Function
Silane coupling agent; adhesion promoter between organic polymers and inorganic substrates
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically regulated as a cosmetic ingredient; no CIR review

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Methoxy silane hydrolysis releases methanol; skin/eye irritant; respiratory sensitization potential with vapor exposure. Bifunctional molecule with a methacrylate group for radical polymerization and trimethoxysilyl group for inorganic surface bonding; used extensively in dental materials and composite resins rather than personal care

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Methacryloyl Propyltrimethoxysilane safe in cosmetics?

Methoxy silane hydrolysis releases methanol; skin/eye irritant; respiratory sensitization potential with vapor exposure. Bifunctional molecule with a methacrylate group for radical polymerization and trimethoxysilyl group for inorganic surface bonding; used extensively in dental materials and composite resins rather than personal care The EU classifies Methacryloyl Propyltrimethoxysilane as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Methacryloyl Propyltrimethoxysilane allowed in the EU?

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

What does Methacryloyl Propyltrimethoxysilane do in cosmetics?

Methacryloyl Propyltrimethoxysilane functions as: Silane coupling agent; adhesion promoter between organic polymers and inorganic substrates. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 2530-85-0 (3-methacryloxypropyltrimethoxysilane, the most common isomer).

What is the Margin of Safety for Methacryloyl Propyltrimethoxysilane?

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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