6-METHYL COUMARIN is graded C (Moderate) by Expert·ING, based on COSING regulatory data. It is restricted under EU COSING — AnnexIII-ALLERGEN-.
6-METHYL COUMARIN
Safety grade: C
6-Methyl Coumarin is a synthetic fragrance ingredient with a sweet, coconut-like scent. It is a close relative of coumarin, a naturally occurring scent compound found in plants like tonka beans and sweet clover.
This ingredient is used in cosmetic and oral care products to mask unpleasant odors or flavors and provide a pleasant scent or taste.
Graded using: COSING.
- EU COSING — Restricted
Last verified: May 26, 2026
Safer alternatives to 6-METHYL COUMARIN
- CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT — Grade A. Natural extract with antimicrobial and masking properties for oral care products.
- GLYCERIN — Grade B. Humectant and masking agent commonly used in oral care formulations.
Other EU Fragrance Allergen ingredients
- LIMONENE — Grade C
- LINALOOL — Grade C**
- BENZYL ALCOHOL — Grade C**
- CITRONELLOL — Grade C
- HEXYL CINNAMAL — Grade C
- GERANIOL — Grade C
Other Oral Care ingredients
- SODIUM CHLORIDE — Grade A
- SODIUM SACCHARIN — Grade A
- SODIUM FLUORIDE — Grade C**
- ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF EXTRACT — Grade A
- SODIUM BICARBONATE — Grade A
- ZINC CITRATE — Grade B
- CALCIUM CARBONATE — Grade A