Additives

Sodium Ethyl Para-Hydroxybenzoate (E215): What It Is and Is It Safe?

Moderate Preservative

Sodium salt of ethylparaben. Same weak oestrogenic activity and endocrine concerns as other parabens. Regulatory bodies consider it safe at permitted levels but it remains under scientific scrutiny.

Category: Preservative
Typically used in: Sauces, pickles, condiments
Regulatory status: Approved EU/UK. Endocrine concern ongoing.
Concerns flagged: Possible allergenEndocrine disruptionReproductive-health concern

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EFSA (2004) — Opinion on para hydroxybenzoates -E 214-219- as food additives http://dx.doi.org/10.2903/j.efsa.2004.83

E214 Moderate Ethyl Para-Hydroxybenzoate View additive E216 Moderate Propyl p-Hydroxybenzoate View additive E213 Moderate Calcium Benzoate View additive E217 Moderate Sodium Propyl p-Hydroxybenzoate View additive E212 Moderate Potassium Benzoate View additive E218 Moderate Methyl Para-Hydroxybenzoate View additive

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