Is C1-18 Alkyl Acrylate safe in cosmetics?
C1-18 Alkyl Acrylate has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: restricted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
C1-18 Alkyl Acrylate
INCI: C1-18 ALKYL ACRYLATE
C1-18 Alkyl Acrylate (CAS Not individually assigned (monomer descriptor used in copolymer nomenclature)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Monomer building block in copolymers; functions as film-forming and hair. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: restricted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
Not individually assigned (monomer descriptor used in copolymer nomenclature)
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Function
Monomer building block in copolymers; functions as film-forming and hair fixative agent when incorporated into polymeric structures
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
restricted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Polymer: adequate; Monomer residue: must be controlled
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for C1-18 Alkyl Acrylate.
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Expert Verdict
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is C1-18 Alkyl Acrylate allowed in the EU?
C1-18 Alkyl Acrylate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does C1-18 Alkyl Acrylate do in cosmetics?
C1-18 Alkyl Acrylate functions as: Monomer building block in copolymers; functions as film-forming and hair fixative agent when incorporated into polymeric structures. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned (monomer descriptor used in copolymer nomenclature).
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