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Fragrance

MALTOL

CAS 118-71-8
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A naturally occurring sweet-smelling compound used as a fragrance and mild antioxidant. Approved as a food flavor; cosmetic safety record is good at typical low levels.

Skin benefits

  • Flavor and fragrance
  • Antioxidant activity
  • Iron-chelating

Known concerns

  • GHS H315/H319 mild irritation
  • Cosmetic levels typically very low

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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