Poly(Methoxy PEG-9 Methacrylate)

INCI: POLY(METHOXY PEG-9 METHACRYLATE)

CAS Number
87105-87-1
Function
Film forming, viscosity controlling
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes FDA โ€” no specific restriction; CIR reviewed methacrylate ester monomers โ€” residual monomer content is the key safety driver

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Residual methoxy PEG-9 methacrylate monomer must be controlled as methacrylate monomers are known contact allergens; supplier CoA should specify residual monomer levels.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen peg-ingredient

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Poly(Methoxy PEG-9 Methacrylate) safe in cosmetics?

Residual methoxy PEG-9 methacrylate monomer must be controlled as methacrylate monomers are known contact allergens; supplier CoA should specify residual monomer levels. The EU classifies Poly(Methoxy PEG-9 Methacrylate) as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Poly(Methoxy PEG-9 Methacrylate) allowed in the EU?

Poly(Methoxy PEG-9 Methacrylate) EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Poly(Methoxy PEG-9 Methacrylate) do in cosmetics?

Poly(Methoxy PEG-9 Methacrylate) functions as: Film forming, viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 87105-87-1.

What is the Margin of Safety for Poly(Methoxy PEG-9 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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