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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
CIR Expert Panel concluded safe for use in nail care products; acetate derivative of Methoxyisopropanol - not currently in widespread cosmetic use. Also known as propylene glycol monomethyl ether acetate (PGMEA); 2-methoxy-1-methylethyl acetate
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methoxyisopropyl Acetate safe in cosmetics?
CIR Expert Panel concluded safe for use in nail care products; acetate derivative of Methoxyisopropanol - not currently in widespread cosmetic use. Also known as propylene glycol monomethyl ether acetate (PGMEA); 2-methoxy-1-methylethyl acetate The EU classifies Methoxyisopropyl Acetate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Methoxyisopropyl Acetate allowed in the EU?
Methoxyisopropyl Acetate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methoxyisopropyl Acetate do in cosmetics?
Methoxyisopropyl Acetate functions as: Solvent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 108-65-6 (primary); 84540-57-8 (secondary).
What is the Margin of Safety for Methoxyisopropyl Acetate?
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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