Para-oxybenzoic acid propyl ether (Propyl p-hydroxybenzoate, Propylparaben, Propylparaben, E216) – causes allergic reactions, carcinogen.
Chemical formula C10H12O3.
It affects the tone of blood vessels, reduces blood pressure. It can lead to the formation of malignant tumors.
It is used in the meat and confectionery industry.
The additive was excluded from the list of “Food additives for food production” to the Sanitary and Epidemiological Rules and Regulations.
It is included in the list of food additives prohibited for use in the food industry of the our country.