CellWell record HH-31666
The presence of endocrine disrupting chemicals in sanitary pads: A study done in South Africa
Janine Blignaut; Gabre Kemp; Elizabeth Erasmus; Hendrik G Visser; Marietjie Schutte-Smith
2026
In plain language
Testing 16 sanitary pads and 7 panty liners sold in South Africa found parabens, phthalates and bisphenols in every single sample, identifying menstrual products as an overlooked source of chemical exposure through skin contact.
- Evidence
- Emerging
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