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ETHYL METHACRYLATE

CAS 97-63-2
38

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Ethyl Methacrylate is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

Ethyl methacrylate (CAS 97-63-2) is a methacrylate monomer used primarily in artificial nail products, dental materials, and some industrial coatings. It is a well-documented skin sensitizer and is associated with allergic contact dermatitis, particularly in nail technicians and clients who frequently use nail enhancement products. The EU Cosmetics Regulation does not list it in Annex II (banned) or Annex III (restricted), but the SCCS has noted sensitization concerns for methacrylates in cosmetic products. Professional-grade nail products often carry specific warnings. Its use in everyday cosmetics is limited compared to the more common ethylhexyl methacrylate. The score reflects its known allergenicity despite its widespread industrial use.

Skin benefits

  • Used in nail enhancement polymer systems (professional use)
  • Enables strong durable nail coatings

Known concerns

  • Known skin sensitizer
  • Allergic contact dermatitis documented
  • May cause respiratory sensitization in unventilated environments
  • Airway sensitization potential in nail technicians

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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