Carbomer-941
AKA “Carbomer 941, Carbopol 941, 9062-04-8, Synthalen L, Carbopol 971P, Carbopol 981, Carbomer 941 [USAN:NF], 2-decanoyloxypropyl decanoate;2-octanoyloxypropyl octanoate, SCHEMBL29355015
Ingredient
Ingredient Facts
Carbomer-941
AKA: Carbomer 941, Carbopol 941, 9062-04-8, Synthalen L, Carbopol 971P, Carbopol 981, Carbomer 941 [USAN:NF], 2-decanoyloxypropyl decanoate;2-octanoyloxypropyl octanoate, SCHEMBL29355015
Ingredient · Skin Conditioning · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
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Formula
C42H80O8
Mol. Weight
713.10
CAS #
9007-20-9
Form
Powder
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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.
Emulsion Stabilising
Gel Forming
Viscosity Controlling
Traditional Use
A high molecular weight synthetic polymer developed for premium cosmetic formulations requiring superior texture and stability. Created in the latter 20th century for advanced skincare products.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR