The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0847-2021·Announced 2021-10-06

Neutrogena Ultra Sheer SPF 30 Body Mist Sunscreen Recall

Johnson & Johnson Consumer, Inc. is recalling approximately 196,380 cans of Neutrogena Ultra Sheer body mist sunscreen SPF 30 nationwide due to cGMP deviations. This is a voluntary recall initiated by the manufacturer.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The FDA classified this as a Class II recall. The source text identifies the reason as cGMP deviations without reporting any actual illnesses, injuries, or product failures. This is a precautionary, firm-initiated recall based on manufacturing practice violations rather than a known safety hazard with reported harm.

Plain-English summary

Johnson & Johnson Consumer, Inc. is recalling Neutrogena Ultra Sheer body mist sunscreen BROAD SPECTRUM SPF 30 (Avobenzone 3%, Homosalate 8%, Octisalate 5%, Octocrylene 8%), Net Wt. 8.0 oz. (226 g) aerosol cans, UPC 0 86800 11133 7. Approximately 196,380 cans are affected by this recall.

The recall was initiated due to cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practice) deviations. This is a voluntary recall initiated by the firm.

The product was distributed nationwide in the United States. All lots within the product's expiry date are included in this recall.

Consumers who have purchased this product should contact Johnson & Johnson Consumer, Inc. or consult the FDA for further information regarding this recall.

The recalled product

Product
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer body mist sunscreen BROAD SPECTRUM SPF 30, Avobenzone (3%), Homosalate (8%), Octisalate (5%), Octocrylene (8%), Net Wt. 8.0 oz. (226 g) aerosol can, Distributed by: JOHNSON & JOHNSON CONSUMER, INC. Skillman, NY 08858 UPC 0 86800 11133 7
Manufacturer
Johnson & Johnson Consumer, Inc.
Category
Drug — Sunscreen
Hazard
  • cgmp-deviation

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (1)

  • All lots within expiry

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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