Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Residual methyl acrylate monomer must be minimized as monomer is a skin and respiratory irritant; polymer-grade material is considered safe.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polymethyl Acrylate safe in cosmetics?
Residual methyl acrylate monomer must be minimized as monomer is a skin and respiratory irritant; polymer-grade material is considered safe. The EU classifies Polymethyl Acrylate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Polymethyl Acrylate allowed in the EU?
Polymethyl Acrylate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Polymethyl Acrylate do in cosmetics?
Polymethyl Acrylate functions as: Film forming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9003-21-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Polymethyl Acrylate?
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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