Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Free monomer is a known contact sensitizer — major occupational allergen in nail/dental products; must verify complete polymerization and test for residual monomer levels; not suitable for use in unpolymerized form on skin
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Propyl Methacrylate safe in cosmetics?
Free monomer is a known contact sensitizer — major occupational allergen in nail/dental products; must verify complete polymerization and test for residual monomer levels; not suitable for use in unpolymerized form on skin The EU classifies Propyl Methacrylate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Propyl Methacrylate allowed in the EU?
Propyl Methacrylate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Propyl Methacrylate do in cosmetics?
Propyl Methacrylate functions as: Film-forming agent (in copolymer systems), Nail coating monomer. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 2210-28-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Propyl 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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