Regulatory Status
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Expert Verdict
Polymer is permitted for cosmetic use; however, residual monomer is a skin sensitizer and irritant (GHS H317, H315, H319), making monomer specification and quality control critical.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polyethylhexyl Methacrylate safe in cosmetics?
Polymer is permitted for cosmetic use; however, residual monomer is a skin sensitizer and irritant (GHS H317, H315, H319), making monomer specification and quality control critical. The EU classifies Polyethylhexyl Methacrylate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Polyethylhexyl Methacrylate allowed in the EU?
Polyethylhexyl Methacrylate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Polyethylhexyl Methacrylate do in cosmetics?
Polyethylhexyl Methacrylate functions as: Film forming; viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 25719-51-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Polyethylhexyl Methacrylate?
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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