Acetone
INCI: ACETONE
CAS 67-64-1 EC 200-662-2
Acetone
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details
Description
Acetone
Purpose
Function
Solvent, denaturant
Profile
Properties
Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance
Regulatory Status
EU
Permitted
Safety
MODERATE
US
Permitted
Absorptionhigh
Sensitizationlow
MoSadequate
NOAEL200 mg/kg
ConcernModerate
Flags
endocrine_disruptorepa_safer_alternativeifra_fragrancefda_food_additivejecfa_safe
Verdict
Potent defatting agent causing dryness, cracking, and irritant contact dermatitis with repeated dermal exposure. Inhalation risk as CNS depressant at high concentrations. VOC with workplace exposure limits (OSHA PEL 1000 ppm TWA). Flammable; adequate ventilation required in nail salon applications.
US Note
Permitted without specific restriction. FDA GRAS for food contact. Widely used in OTC drug products (nail polish removers).
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