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Poor hand hygiene in young children results in hand-to-mouth transfer. Occasional ingestion common (estimated 0.5-5g per play session in high-risk users). Volatile fragrance release during manipulative play with increased skin temperature. Institutional use (schools) creates population-level exposure."],"exposure_routes":"Dermal contact with hands during extended play sessions (30-120 minutes); Hand-to-mouth transfer before hand washing; Occasional ingestion of small amounts (typical with young children)"},"exposure":{"users":["infant","child"],"routes":["dermal","inhalation","oral"],"contact_types":["skin_prolonged","inhalation","oral_direct"],"duration":"minutes","frequency":"daily","scenarios":["Oral/ingestion exposure during use of Scented Modeling Clay / Play-Doh","Dermal contact during handling of Scented Modeling Clay / Play-Doh (minutes contact)","Inhalation exposure during use of Scented Modeling Clay / Play-Doh","Incidental mouthing or hand-to-mouth transfer by children"],"notes":"Exposure to Scented Modeling Clay / Play-Doh occurs via dermal, inhalation, oral. Children and infants face higher exposure per body weight due to developing detoxification systems, higher surface-area-to-weight ratio, and behavioral factors (mouthing, crawling)."},"consumer_guidance":{"usage_warning":"Supervise play sessions. Wash hands immediately after play, before eating or touching face. Avoid extensive face/mouth contact during play. Discontinue if skin irritation develops. 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