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Acrylamide: Cosmetic Toxin Data |
| Classification & Labelling
Source: European Union | • May cause cancer • May be mutagenic • May cause heritable genetic damage • Limited evidence of reproductive toxicity • Possible risk of impaired fertility • Toxic • Harmful • Harmful by inhalation and in contact with skin • Irritant • Irritating to eyes and skin • May cause sensitization by skin contact • Also listed as: ACRYLAMIDE
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Sources/Uses
Source: Haz-Map hazmap.nlm.nih.gov
| Used as a polymer or copolymer to produce sealants, adhesives, fibers, paper sizing, molded parts, water coagulants, and textiles. |
Symptoms
Source: CDC (Center for Disease Control) cdc.gov/niosh
| • INHALATION: Cough. Sore throat. Weakness.
• SKIN: MAY BE ABSORBED! Redness. Pain.
• EYES: Redness. Pain.
• INGESTION: Abdominal pain. Weakness.
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