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  1. Para-aminobenzoic acid 
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002518.htm
    Para-aminobenzoic acid (PABA) is a natural substance. It is often used in sunscreen products. PABA is sometimes called ... Para-aminobenzoic acid (also known as 4-aminobenzoic acid) can be harmful in large amounts.
  2. Lip moisturizer poisoning 
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002723.htm
    ... results from eating or swallowing lip moisturizers containing para-aminobenzoic acid. This article is for information only. DO NOT ... Para-aminobenzoic acid is a naturally occurring substance that can absorb ultraviolet (UV) light. It is often used in ...
  3. Swallowing sunscreen 
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002718.htm
    Older sunscreens used para-aminobenzoic acid (PABA) to protect skin from the sun's rays. However, many of today's sunscreens are PABA-free. Sunscreens may contain ...