Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
1 study endpoint found for Methoxyethyl Acrylate. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LOAEL | 40 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
Expert Verdict
Acrylate monomers are potent contact allergens and skin/respiratory sensitizers; occupational exposure linked to allergic contact dermatitis, particularly in nail technicians. 2-Methoxyethyl 2-propenoate; produces flexible copolymers with good adhesion; used as a softening comonomer in acrylic polymer systems
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methoxyethyl Acrylate safe in cosmetics?
Acrylate monomers are potent contact allergens and skin/respiratory sensitizers; occupational exposure linked to allergic contact dermatitis, particularly in nail technicians. 2-Methoxyethyl 2-propenoate; produces flexible copolymers with good adhesion; used as a softening comonomer in acrylic polymer systems The EU classifies Methoxyethyl Acrylate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE. 1 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Methoxyethyl Acrylate allowed in the EU?
Methoxyethyl Acrylate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methoxyethyl Acrylate do in cosmetics?
Methoxyethyl Acrylate functions as: Film forming (monomer/polymer precursor). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 3121-61-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for Methoxyethyl Acrylate?
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.
What is the NOAEL for Methoxyethyl Acrylate?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Methoxyethyl Acrylate is 40 mg/kg bw/day based on a oral study via oral route in rat. Source: REACH.
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