Neutrogena Beach Defense Sunscreen (Johnson & Johnson) – Benzene Contamination (2021)
Class I: A situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
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
Brand
Johnson & Johnson Consumer, Inc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
16621E01, exp 5/2024
Products Sold
16621E01, exp 5/2024
Johnson & Johnson Consumer, Inc. is recalling Neutrogena Beach Defense water+sun protection sunscreen spray BROAD SPECTRUM SPF 50, Avobenzone (3%) due to Chemical Contamination: presence of benzene. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences. Based on FDA drug enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Chemical Contamination: presence of benzene
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm, their healthcare provider, or return it to the place of purchase.
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View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 7, 2026
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