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Formaldehyde in Nail Products — Uses and Concerns
Editorial review: BuilderGel.app team · Updated · Ingredient-source review, not medical advice
Also known as: Formalin, Methanal
About Formaldehyde
Formaldehyde is classified as a known human carcinogen by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC). It is banned in nail products in the EU (Cosmetics Regulation EC 1223/2009, Annex II). In the US, some nail hardeners still legally contain formaldehyde at low concentrations, but the FDA has warned against high-dose products. It is also a potent skin and respiratory sensitizer.
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These products are marked HEMA-free in our database and do not disclose Formaldehyde. They are lower-risk starting points, not allergy-proof choices.
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What is Formaldehyde?
Formaldehyde is classified as a known human carcinogen by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC). It is banned in nail products in the EU (Cosmetics Regulation EC 1223/2009, Annex II). In the US, some nail hardeners still legally contain formaldehyde at low concentrations, but the FDA has warned against high-dose products. It is also a potent skin and respiratory sensitizer.
Why does BuilderGel.app flag Formaldehyde?
Formaldehyde is classified as high risk in our system. Known carcinogen. Banned in nail products in the EU.
What are other names for Formaldehyde on ingredient labels?
Formaldehyde may also appear as: Formalin, Methanal.
Ingredient Disclaimer
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