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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Residual free methacrylate monomer is a known skin sensitizer — must be controlled to ppm levels
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Stearyl Methacrylate safe in cosmetics?
Residual free methacrylate monomer is a known skin sensitizer — must be controlled to ppm levels The EU classifies Stearyl Methacrylate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Stearyl Methacrylate allowed in the EU?
Stearyl Methacrylate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Stearyl Methacrylate do in cosmetics?
Stearyl Methacrylate functions as: Film former, viscosity controlling (monomer/polymer building block). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 32360-05-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for Stearyl Methacrylate?
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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