murphyNylon-6/12
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Polyamide 6/12, Nylon 612, PA 6/12
Synthetic
Not Clean
OriginDerived from the polyamide chemical family, synthesized from adipic acid and hexamethylenediamine monomers. Produced through polycondensation reaction of these monomers, then processed into fine powder particles.
Azacyclotridecan-2-one, polymer with hexahydro-2H-azepin-2-one
CAS #
25191-04-2
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Absorbent
Bulking
Opacifying
Absorbs Excess Oil
Adds Body & Volume
Adds Opacity
Adds volume
Creates creamy opacity
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️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
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Skin Irritant
1 study / 1 not irritating (CIR 613)
Not a Sensitizer
1 study / 1 not sensitizing (CIR 613)
Concentration Guide
Leave-on1%
Rinse-offNot reported
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · report published 2014
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR