FDAClass IOctober 6, 2021

Neutrogena Beach Defense water+sun protection sunscreen recall: Contamination

Neutrogena Beach Defense water+sun protection sunscreen spray BROAD SPECTRUM SPF 50, Avobenzone (3%), Homosalate (10%), Octisalate (5%), Octocrylene (10%), NET WT. 6.5 OZ. (184 g) aerosol can, Distributed by: JOHNSON & JOHNSON CONSUMER, INC. Skillman, NJ 08858, UPC 0 86800 11254 9

Why was Neutrogena Beach Defense water+sun protection sunscreen recalled?

Chemical Contamination: presence of benzene

What should I do if I have this product?

The recall is ongoing. Follow the firm and FDA instructions.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

16621E01, exp 5/2024

Product
Neutrogena Beach Defense water+sun protection sunscreen spray BROAD SPECTRUM SPF 50, Avobenzone (3%), Homosalate (10%), Octisalate (5%), Octocrylene (10%), NET WT. 6.5 OZ. (184 g) aerosol can, Distributed by: JOHNSON & JOHNSON CONSUMER, INC. Skillman, NJ 08858, UPC 0 86800 11254 9
Recalling firm
Johnson & Johnson Consumer, Inc.
Quantity
1,437,804 cans
Distribution
Nationwide in US
Recall date
October 6, 2021
Classification
Class I
Status
Ongoing
Agency
FDA (drug)
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