VeriMomIs maltitol safe during pregnancy?
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Pregnancy-Safe Ingredients Database — 28,000+ Ingredients Rated
maltitol
NO KNOWN RISKS100
/100
0
Pregnancy-safe products containing maltitol
Fancl
Fancl Facial Washing Liquid
100/100
Fancl
Fancl BC Facial Washing Cream - 90g
100/100
Asahi
Asahi Dear Natura Zinc 14mg 60 Days Supply - 60 tablets
100/100
Fancl
Fancl Facial Washing Liquid - 60ml
100/100
simpure
simpure Smooth & Silky Argireline Facial Serum
99/100
Susanne Kaufmann
Susanne Kaufmann Regeneration Cream Line F
99/100
MINON Amino Moist
MINON Amino Moist Clear Wash Powder
99/100
Sidmool
Sidmool Eggplant Ampoule
99/100
sunscreen
Unknown
DHC Face Wash Powder (50g)
99/100
Hada Labo
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99/100
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Frequently asked questions
- Is maltitol safe during pregnancy?
- Maltitol (CAS 585-88-6) is a sugar alcohol/humectant with no harmonised CLP reproductive classification and no credible published evidence of reproductive or teratogenic effects in humans or animals in regulatory databases. ECHA listings and PubChem provide toxicology profiles that do not identify reproductive hazards, and maltitol is used in cosmetics and foods with low systemic toxicity (ECHA registration dossiers, PubChem, CosIng). Therefore no reproductive hazard is indicated and topical cosmetic exposure is expected to result in negligible systemic exposure.
- Is maltitol safe while breastfeeding?
- No data indicate reproductive or lactation-related toxicity for maltitol and there is no harmonised CLP classification for developmental or lactation hazards. Given its hydrophilic nature and use as a cosmetic humectant/sweetener, topical use is unlikely to produce meaningful systemic levels that would reach breast milk (ECHA registration dossiers, PubChem, CosIng).
- Is maltitol safe for baby skin?
- No infant-specific hazards are identified. Hazard and mechanism scores remain 0 because no reproductive/developmental toxicity or endocrine activity is reported. Exposure score is increased to 1 for babies (0–3 yr) because infant skin has higher surface-area-to-weight and a less mature barrier, so a hydrophilic, low-molecular-weight polyol like maltitol could have low but measurable percutaneous uptake relative to adults (CosIng, general dermal absorption principles).
- How does VeriMom score maltitol?
- VeriMom scores maltitol at 100/100 (no known risks) based on EU CosIng status, ECHA hazard classifications, and peer-reviewed PubMed studies. Our scoring pipeline is fully transparent.
- What are pregnancy-safe alternatives to maltitol?
- See our curated list of pregnancy-safe alternatives to maltitol based on similar function and a no-known-risks safety band.
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Medical Disclaimer
This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Safety scores are based on publicly available data and may not reflect all risks. Always consult your healthcare provider before using any product during pregnancy or breastfeeding.