Urea USP

Description: USP Grade (99.8% pure). Urea is a derivative from proteins, appears in urine, pH 7.2. Whitish cristalline powder or granules, slight ammoniacal odor. Soluble in water; only partly soluble in glycerin (500 g/L in glycerin) and alcohols (10 g/L in 95% alcohol, 167 g/L in methanol),  Synonyms: carbamide (resin), carbamimidic acid, ureaphil, carbonyl diamide.

CAS: 57-13-6

INCI Name: Urea

Properties: Excellent moisturizer and humectant, replenishes natural urea content in skin after cleansing (avoids dryness), keratolytic properties (skin-exfoliating) at higher concentrations, purifying & deodorizing effects.

Use: Add to the water phase of the formulas, typical use level 2 - 15% in emulsions. For external use only.

Applications: Creams, lotions, sun care products, after-sun lotions, abrasive creams, cleansing products including shampoos & body washes.

Documents: SDS, Fact Sheet, Sample Recipe, Certificate of Analysis

Used in Commercial Products:

Urix 40 Urea Cream		ISO-Urea		High Potency Body Lotion
Brand: Topix		Brand: La Roche-Posay		Brand: DCL Dermatologic Cosmetic Labs