Film Former
METHACRYLOYLOXYETHYL CAPROATE PHOSPHATE
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A phosphate methacrylate monomer used as adhesion primer in UV-cured nail systems. Methacrylate monomers are documented sensitizers — only the cured polymer is acceptable on contact.
Function
Skin benefits
- UV-curable monomer for nail polymers
- Builds adhesion to substrate
- Phosphate group aids primer chemistry
Known concerns
- Methacrylate monomer is a known sensitizer
- Allergic onycholysis reported with similar nail monomers
- Not for skin contact
- Limited public toxicology
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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