OriginDerived from methacrylic acid and lauryl alcohol, both synthetic organic compounds from petroleum feedstocks. Synthesized through esterification reaction between methacrylic acid and lauryl alcohol using acid catalysts.
Based on available data, the CIR Expert Panel concluded that ... Lauryl Methacrylate is safe as used in nail enhancement products when skin contact is avoided. Products containing these ingredients should be accompanied with directions to avoid skin contact, because of the sensitizing potential of Methacrylates.
Solubility Insol in water
Formula
C16H30O2
Mol. Weight
254.41
CAS #
142-90-5
Form
Powder
State
Dodecyl methacrylate is a liquid. Floats on water. (USCG, 1999)
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Viscosity Controlling
Moisturizing
Fights Acne
Antioxidant
Controls product thickness
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Sensitizer in Testing
1 study / 1 sensitizing / reactions strong (CIR 339)
Concentration Guide
CIR's newest survey reports no concentration of use.
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