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PROPYL METHACRYLATE

CAS 2210-28-8
58

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

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

Propyl methacrylate is an acrylate monomer used in nail cosmetics and resin formulations. It is subject to EU Annex III restrictions under Regulation EC 1223/2009 due to its skin sensitization potential. Acrylate monomers are among the most frequently reported contact allergens in cosmetic-related allergic contact dermatitis. It is not banned but is restricted to a maximum concentration in ready-for-use preparations.

Skin benefits

  • Used in nail hardener and coating formulations
  • Contributes to durable film formation

Known concerns

  • Known skin sensitizer — frequent cause of acrylate contact allergy
  • EU Annex III restricted (concentration limit in ready-for-use preparations)
  • May cross-react with other acrylate monomers

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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