Additives

Sodium Methyl Para-Hydroxybenzoate (E219): What It Is and Is It Safe?

Moderate Preservative

Sodium salt of methylparaben. Same paraben family concerns regarding weak oestrogenic activity. Generally considered safe at food levels by regulators but under continued review.

Category: Preservative
Typically used in: Sauces, pickles, flavourings
Regulatory status: Approved EU/UK. Ongoing endocrine debate.
Also listed as: Sodium Methylparaben
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

E218 Moderate Methyl Para-Hydroxybenzoate View additive E220 Limited risk Sulphur Dioxide View additive E217 Moderate Sodium Propyl p-Hydroxybenzoate View additive E221 Limited risk Sodium Sulphite View additive E216 Moderate Propyl p-Hydroxybenzoate View additive E222 Limited risk Sodium Bisulphite View additive

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Sodium Methyl Para-Hydroxybenzoate (E219): What It Is and Is It Safe?

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