Legacy model estimate25/100preservative

Propylparaben

Legacy dictionary estimate: 25/100

Also known as

propyl paraben
4-hydroxybenzoic acid propyl ester

Unreviewed legacy notes

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Recorded function

Antifungal preservative in cosmetics and foods.

Recorded concerns (unreviewed)

Stronger endocrine disruption than methylparaben; sperm count reduction in animal studies.

Recorded restrictions (unreviewed)

Denmark (products for children under 3)
EU (leave-on products > 0.19%)

Recorded EWG-equivalent value: 5/10. This is not a verified current EWG rating.

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Other dictionary entries

Same recorded category, with higher legacy model estimates. These are not recommended substitutes.

Legacy model estimate72/100Potassium Sorbatepreservative