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HYDROXYISOPROPYL METHACRYLATE

CAS 4664-49-7 Updated
22

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

A reactive methacrylate monomer used in nail and dental polymers. Documented skin sensitizer and eye irritant; should never reach the skin uncured.

Function

SOLVENT

Skin benefits

  • Reactive monomer for nail and dental polymers
  • Cures into inert polymer once polymerized

Known concerns

  • GHS H317 — may cause allergic skin reaction (sensitizer)
  • GHS H319 — causes serious eye irritation
  • Methacrylate sensitization is a recognized clinical problem in nail techs and clients
  • Should not appear in finished leave-on products as monomer

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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