Ethyl Methacrylate

CAS Number: 97-63-2

SERIOUS
health hazard

MODERATE
health hazard

FEW OR NO
health hazards

0 79

80 89

90 100

Sources of exposure:

Personal care

Industrial uses

Home maintenance products, plastics

Description:

Ethyl methacrylate is an acrylic ester monomer. It is used to produce polymers found in consumer products such as artificial nails, invisible orthodontics, and home maintenance materials. It also has widespread industrial applications.

Health concerns:

Genotoxicity

May cause mutations or damage DNA in cells.

Organ System Toxicity

May cause organ damage and disease.

Immunotoxicity & Allergens

May impact immune system function or cause allergic reactions.

Irritant

May cause skin, eye, or respiratory irritation.

Contaminants:

Methyl Acrylic Acid
MMA

Banned/restricted lists:

Government of Canada. List of Ingredients that are Restricted for Use in Cosmetic Products.

References

US Environmental Protection Agency. Cheminformatics Modules, Computational Toxicology and Exposure Informatics (CompTox).

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