Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Monomer N-vinylformamide has distinct toxicity profile; residual monomer content must be controlled with very limited standalone cosmetic safety literature.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polyvinylformamide safe in cosmetics?
Monomer N-vinylformamide has distinct toxicity profile; residual monomer content must be controlled with very limited standalone cosmetic safety literature. The EU classifies Polyvinylformamide as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Polyvinylformamide allowed in the EU?
Polyvinylformamide EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Polyvinylformamide do in cosmetics?
Polyvinylformamide functions as: Film-forming, antistatic, hair conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 72018-12-3.
What is the Margin of Safety for Polyvinylformamide?
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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