Ethylparaben

Medium Concern

Preservative

Also known as

ethylparabenethyl parabenethyl-parabene214

The concern

Oestrogenic activity similar to other parabens. EWG rates moderate concern. Part of the paraben family linked to endocrine disruption.

What to look for on labels

This ingredient may appear under any of the following names or codes on product labels:

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Processed meats, canned foods, packaged snacks, bread, ready meals

Sodium Nitrite

IARC classifies processed meat containing nitrites as a Group 1 carcinogen (causes colorectal cancer).

Sodium Nitrate

Converts to nitrite in the body; linked to colorectal cancer risk when consumed in processed meats.

Sodium Benzoate

Reacts with Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) in drinks to form benzene, an IARC Group 1 carcinogen.

Butylparaben

Endocrine disruptor that mimics oestrogen.

Data sourced from IARC, FDA, EFSA, WHO and EWG public data. For informational purposes only. This does not constitute medical or legal advice.