N-Vinyl Pyrrolidone

Synonyms: 1-Vinyl-2-pyrrolidone

CAS Number: 88-12-0

SERIOUS
health hazard

MODERATE
health hazard

FEW OR NO
health hazards

0 79

80 89

90 100

Sources of exposure:

Industrial uses

Description:

N-vinyl pyrrolidone is a monomer used to manufacture polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) and related copolymers. These polymers are used in personal care products, pharmaceutical coatings, adhesives, and other consumer applications.

Health concerns:

Cancer

Known or suspected to increase cancer risk in humans.

Organ System Toxicity

May cause organ damage and disease.

Irritant

May cause skin, eye, or respiratory irritation.

Banned/restricted lists:

European Commission Annex II List of substances prohibited in cosmetic products.

References

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

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