Poly(Butyl Cyanoacrylate)

INCI: POLY(BUTYL CYANOACRYLATE)

CAS Number
25154-80-7
Function
Film forming
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically regulated by FDA for cosmetics; butyl cyanoacrylate monomer used in FDA-approved medical adhesives

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Residual butyl cyanoacrylate monomer is a skin sensitizer and eye irritant โ€” specification must confirm low residual monomer; degradation may release formaldehyde in trace amounts

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Poly(Butyl Cyanoacrylate) safe in cosmetics?

Residual butyl cyanoacrylate monomer is a skin sensitizer and eye irritant โ€” specification must confirm low residual monomer; degradation may release formaldehyde in trace amounts The EU classifies Poly(Butyl Cyanoacrylate) as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Poly(Butyl Cyanoacrylate) allowed in the EU?

Poly(Butyl Cyanoacrylate) EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Poly(Butyl Cyanoacrylate) do in cosmetics?

Poly(Butyl Cyanoacrylate) functions as: Film forming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 25154-80-7.

What is the Margin of Safety for Poly(Butyl Cyanoacrylate)?

adequate 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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