Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Dual monomer concern: free formaldehyde and potential melamine leaching; melamine has renal toxicity at high systemic doses; verify both residuals in finished product.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polyoxymethylene Melamine safe in cosmetics?
Dual monomer concern: free formaldehyde and potential melamine leaching; melamine has renal toxicity at high systemic doses; verify both residuals in finished product. The EU classifies Polyoxymethylene Melamine as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Polyoxymethylene Melamine allowed in the EU?
Polyoxymethylene Melamine EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Polyoxymethylene Melamine do in cosmetics?
Polyoxymethylene Melamine functions as: Bulking; Film forming (melamine-formaldehyde resin). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9003-08-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Polyoxymethylene Melamine?
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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