Propylparaben

High Concern

Preservative

Also known as

propylparabenpropyl parabenpropyl-parabene216

The concern

Endocrine disruptor; affects testosterone and male reproductive function in animal studies. EU restricted its use. EWG rates it with high concern for hormone disruption.

Read the source: EWG / EFSA

What to look for on labels

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

Propylparaben
propylparaben
propyl paraben
propyl-paraben
e216

Learn more

Read the full evidence directly from the authoritative source.

View source — EWG / EFSA

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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