Neutrogena SPF 70 Sunscreen Recall: Cgmp Deviations

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Recalling firmJohnson & Johnson Consumer, Inc.199 Grandview Rd, N/A · Skillman, NJ 08558-1311

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What happened, in plain English

Johnson & Johnson is recalling Neutrogena Ultra Sheer body mist sunscreen with SPF 70 because of quality control issues in manufacturing. This recall does not involve immediate safety risks but addresses potential product quality problems.

Why it’s dangerous

The product was manufactured under cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practice) deviations, which means the quality control process did not meet industry standards. This could result in inconsistent product performance, but it does not pose a direct health risk.

Who’s affected

Anyone who owns or uses the Neutrogena Ultra Sheer body mist sunscreen with SPF 70. People with sensitive skin or those using the product frequently may be at slightly higher risk due to potential quality issues.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the product name 'Neutrogena Ultra Sheer body mist sunscreen BROAD SPECTRUM SPF 70' with ingredients Avobenzone (3%), Homosalate (15%), Octisalate (5%), and Octocrylene (10%). The product comes in a 5.0 oz aerosol can with UPC 0 86800 10040 9.

Brand
Neutrogena
Category
Drug

Based on the official FDA remedy

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Questions people ask

Is this sunscreen dangerous to use?

No, the recall is due to manufacturing quality control issues, not a safety hazard.

How can I tell if I have the recalled product?

Check for the product name 'Neutrogena Ultra Sheer body mist sunscreen BROAD SPECTRUM SPF 70' with the listed ingredients and UPC code 0 86800 10040 9.

Do I need to stop using this sunscreen?

No, the recall does not require stopping use but checking for quality issues.

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We’ve drafted a message you can send Neutrogena to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

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Subject: Recall D-0838-2021 — Neutrogena Neutrogena

Hello,

I own a Neutrogena that is covered by recall D-0838-2021 from Neutrogena.

I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?

Thank you.

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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

Official source: FDA Recall #D-0838-2021 (July 14, 2021) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for D-0838-2021 to see it in context.
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Johnson & Johnson Consumer, Inc. recalls Neutrogena Ultra Sheer body mist sunscreen BROAD SPECTRUM SPF 70, Avobenzone (3%), Homosalate (15%), Octisalate (5%),

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