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N-Methylacetamide

CAS 79-16-3
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Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

N-Methylacetamide is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Its specific function may vary between products. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

N-Methylacetamide (CH3CONHCH3) is the acetamide analog of N-methylformamide. Like its formamide counterpart, it is classified as a suspected reproductive toxicant and is on the EU SVHC candidate list under REACH. Animal studies indicate developmental toxicity at high doses. It is not listed in EU CosIng for cosmetic use and should be excluded from cosmetic formulations.

Known concerns

  • EU SVHC candidate list — suspected reproductive and developmental toxicant
  • Structural analog of known hepatotoxic formamide derivatives
  • Not authorized for cosmetic use in the EU

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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