European Parliament 25 July 2012, Written question E-007461/12 Lorenzo Fontana (EFD) to the Commission. Safety standards in relation to the use of parabens

Question for written answer E-007461/12 to the Commission Lorenzo Fontana (EFD) (25 July 2012) Subject: Safety standards in relation to the use of parabens Although parabens have been used for years as a preservative in many cosmetics (they are found in shampoos, moisturising creams, deodorants, shaving gels, topical medications, sunscreens, childcare products and toothpaste, or as additives in