OriginProduced from acrylic acid or acrylonitrile through chemical synthesis in industrial facilities. Synthesized via polymerization or direct chemical conversion of petroleum-derived precursors.
Solubility greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 72 °F (NTP, 1992)
Formula
C3H5NO
Mol. Weight
71.08
CAS #
79-06-1
Form
Liquid
State
Acrylamide appears as white crystalline solid shipped either as a solid or in solution. A confirmed carcinogen. Toxic by skin absorption. Less dense than water and soluble in water. May be toxic by in
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
No
Functions
Not Reported
Antioxidant Protection
Provides mild antioxidant protection
Supports skin conditioning
May help reduce fine lines
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory0 listings
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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EWG
6
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
No
CIR Safety Findings
Skin Irritant in Testing
1 study / 1 irritating / plus 1 case report (CIR 342)
Dermal Absorption 22–67%
10 animal and lab (in vitro) studies in the CIR safety assessment (CIR 342)
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