Ethyl 4-hydroxybenzoate

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The 4-hydroxybenzoic acid ethyl ester (see belowbenzoic acid) used as a food additive (E 214). The 4-hydroxybenzoic acid ethyl ester ester of para-hydroxybenzoic acid and its sodium salts inhibit the growth of yeasts and moulds.

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Incoming links (2)

E 214; Food additives (overview);

Outgoing links (2)

Benzoic acid; Food additives, preservatives (e-numbers 200 - 299);

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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