For babies 6–12 months (infants), this ingredient is generally low-risk but is a fragrance/flavor chemical. Because it showed a weak signal for hormone effects in some studies, it’s best to be cautious with scented products on little ones.
If you find this ingredient in a baby product: choose products made for infants, use it sparingly, avoid putting it on the baby’s face or hands (they often put hands in their mouth), do a small patch test on the inner forearm and wait 24 hours, and stop use immediately if there is any redness, swelling, or rash. Prefer fragrance-free baby products when possible.
Watch for skin irritation or rash and stop use if these occur. There is a reported weak hormone-related finding from the National Toxicology Program, so avoid routine or heavy use of fragranced products containing this ingredient on infants. Also avoid using on broken or inflamed skin and consult your pediatrician if your baby has eczema, repeated reactions, or you’re worried.
Scan the full ingredient label and understand if it's safe for your child.
This ingredient has the following documented risks:
Tap or hover over labels to see detailed risk information.
This ingredient may also be listed as:
Always check ingredient labels carefully, as ingredients may be listed under different names.
Scientific research related to this ingredient:
These research articles provide scientific evidence about Gamma-Decalactone safety and effects.
Yes, Gamma-Decalactone is generally considered safe for 6-12 month old babies based on current research.
May mess with natural hormone development in babies and children. This is especially important for babies whose skin and systems are still developing.
Acts like fake hormones in the body, confusing natural signals. This is especially important for babies whose skin and systems are still developing.
Gamma-Decalactone is commonly found in skincare products, cosmetics, and topical applications. Always check ingredient labels before use.
The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredient properties and concentration. This analysis is for 6-12 month old babies. Use the age selector above to check other ages.
Use our camera scanner to analyze more ingredient labels
Scan Another Product