Polyurethane-9

Polyurethane-9 1
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AKA: Film-forming polymer
Synthetic
Occlusive
Not Clean
OriginSynthesized from polyols and isocyanates, members of the polyurethane chemical family. Produced through step-growth polymerization where isocyanate and hydroxyl groups react to form urethane linkages.
Adipic acid, toluene diisocyanate, propylene glycol, ethylene glycol and hydroxyethyl acrylate monomers
CAS #
69011-31-0
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Binding
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Holds Formula Together
Creates Protective Barrier
Creates protective layer
Holds ingredients together
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
Concentration Guide
CIR's newest survey reports no concentration of use.
CIR · report published 2017
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR