Majantol

Majantol is a synthetic fragrance with an intensely floral, slightly fruity, and amber scent used in perfumes, cosmetics, and personal hygiene products. It has recently been identified as yet another fragrance contact allergen, with relatively high rates of sensitization. Majantol is not included in fragrance mix I or fragrance mix II, which are common patch-test screening chemicals for fragrance allergy. Moreover, because it is only a supplement to the North American series, there is a paucity of published data on the prevalence of contact allergy to this substance. Patch testing with Majantol could be useful in patients with suspected or proven contact allergy to fragrances; however, avoidance would be challenging, given that Majantol is unlikely to be listed specifically on the product label.