Hazard level: Moderate health concern Preservative (E200–299)
What is Methylparaben?
Preservative used in syrups and food. Weak estrogenic activity has been reported (weakest among the paraben family); still permitted by EFSA at a defined safe daily intake, not banned by any major regulator.
Is Methylparaben safe?
Methylparaben is a moderate health concern — best consumed in moderation.
Score impact:
−5 points on the FoodsScan score (FoodsScan scores run 0–100, where 100 is best.)
Regulatory sources: EFSA
Also known as
Methylparaben is also known as e218, метилпарабен, methylparaben, methyl paraben — these all refer to the same ingredient.