Reed Diffuser (fragrance oil) — household safety profile
Moderate riskHome fragrance reed diffuser using rattan sticks to passively disperse fragrance oil into indoor air.
What is this product?
Home fragrance reed diffuser using rattan sticks to passively disperse fragrance oil into indoor air. Continuous low-level VOC and fragrance allergen emission over 1-3 months. Contains carrier solvents (dipropylene glycol, isopropyl myristate) plus synthetic/natural fragrance blends. Concern: chronic inhalation of fragrance aldehydes (linalool, limonene auto-oxidation products) and formaldehyde generation from terpene-ozone reactions in poorly ventilated rooms.
What's in it
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Fragrance Terpene
- Linalool — EU allergen, auto-oxidizes to contact sensitizers
Fragrance Aldehyde
- Citral — EU allergen, skin sensitizer
Fragrance Blend
- Fragrance / Parfum — Undisclosed mixture
Safer alternatives
- Essential oil diffuser with disclosed single oils
- Open-window ventilation
- Unscented home
Frequently asked questions
What's in Reed Diffuser (fragrance oil)?
This product type can contain: Linalool, Citral, Fragrance / Parfum, among others. Click any compound name above for the full safety profile.
Are there safer alternatives to Reed Diffuser (fragrance oil)?
Yes — consider: Essential oil diffuser with disclosed single oils; Open-window ventilation; Unscented home. See the Safer alternatives section above for details.
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