INGREDIENT
Maltol (natural origin)
Fragrance Ingredient; Flavoring Agent
Use With Caution
Irritation | Maltol is generally low concern at typical fragrance-use levels, but concentrated exposure may irritate skin or eyes. Ingredient-specific sensitization evidence is limited.
Safety Meter
Use With Caution
Evidence Level
Moderate
CAS Number
118-71-8
Category
Fragrance Ingredient; Flavoring Agent
Function
Fragrance
Evidence Level
Moderate
Status
Use With Caution
Why Oh Daisey rates it this way
Irritation | Maltol is generally low concern at typical fragrance-use levels, but concentrated exposure may irritate skin or eyes. Ingredient-specific sensitization evidence is limited.
What it does
Fragrance
How to read this rating
This rating reflects the Oh Daisey ingredient standard and the evidence currently available for cosmetic use. Product safety can also depend on concentration, exposure route, formulation, manufacturing quality, and individual sensitivity.
Sources
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Found in Approved Products
This ingredient appears in 3 Oh Daisey Approved Products.
