Allowed in EU

Acryloyl Morpholine

A cosmetic ingredient used as plasticiser in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

N-Acryloylmorpholine,2-Propen-1-one, 1-(4-morpholinyl)-

What does it do?

Acryloyl Morpholine is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Plasticiser

    adds flexibility to film-forming polymers, e.g. in nail polish or mascara

EU regulatory status

Acryloyl Morpholine is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.

Frequently asked questions

What is Acryloyl Morpholine?

Acryloyl Morpholine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. N-Acryloylmorpholine,2-Propen-1-one, 1-(4-morpholinyl)-

Is Acryloyl Morpholine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Acryloyl Morpholine is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Acryloyl Morpholine do in cosmetic products?

Acryloyl Morpholine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: plasticiser.

What is the CAS number of Acryloyl Morpholine?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Acryloyl Morpholine is 5117-12-4.

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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 09/09/2016