industrial monomer
N,N’-methylenediacrylamide
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Methylenebisacrylamide is an acrylamide-type crosslinker used in industrial polymer and gel chemistry. It is structurally related to known neurotoxic acrylamide and is not approved for cosmetic use.
Skin benefits
- Functional crosslinker in industrial polymer chemistry only
- No legitimate cosmetic benefit
Known concerns
- Acrylamide-type monomer; structurally related to known neurotoxin acrylamide
- Suspected mutagen and reproductive toxicant
- Residual monomer concerns even in polymerised systems
- Not approved by CIR or SCCS for cosmetic use
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.