Propyl Gallate

Medium Concern

Preservative / Antioxidant

Also known as

propyl gallatee310

The concern

Antioxidant preservative suspected of endocrine disruption. EWG rates it high concern for cancer and developmental toxicity. Some animal studies suggest oestrogenic effects.

Read the source: EWG / NIH

What to look for on labels

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

Propyl Gallate
propyl gallate
e310

Learn more

Read the full evidence directly from the authoritative source.

View source: EWG / NIH

Other preservative / antioxidants to know about

BHA (Butylated Hydroxyanisole)

HIGH

IARC Group 2B possible carcinogen.

BHT (Butylated Hydroxytoluene)

MEDIUM

EWG rates BHT with high concern for cancer.

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

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