Methyl Parahydroxybenzoate

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Methyl Parahydroxybenzoate is an antimicrobial preservative commonly used in cosmetics to increase shelf life. 

Sources of exposure: Cosmetics, food as a preservative, deodorants, hair care products, moisturizer 

Health impacts: Methyl Parahydroxybenzoate is a paraben. Parabens are endocrine disruptors that have been linked to health risks such as carcinogenesis, infertility, and spermatogenesis. 

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