murphyCarbomer-962
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Carbomer 962, Carbopol 962
Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
OriginCarbomer-962 is a synthetic polymer belonging to the acrylic acid polymer family, produced from petrochemical starting materials. It is synthesized through polymerization of acrylic acid monomers, followed by cross-linking to create its three-dimensional network structure.
Carbomer-962 is a cosmetic ingredient. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
CAS #
9007-20-9
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Stabilizes Emulsion
Gel Forming
Controls Viscosity
Keeps product blended
Creates gel consistency
Controls product thickness
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory0 listings
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Restricted By
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR