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ACTIVE RECALL — CLASS IActive recallD-0844-2021/FDA enforcement
Johnson & Johnson Consumer, INC.·Cosmetics·Jul 14, 2021

Neutrogena Beach Defense Water+sun Protection Sunscreen Spray Broad Spectrum SPF 50, Avobenzone…

What you need to know

Class I

  • What happened

    Chemical Contamination: presence of benzene

  • Health risk

    The product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death. A known human carcinogen that can be introduced through contaminated ingredients or manufacturing processes.

  • Action required

    Stop applying or using the product. Check the UPC and lot codes below, then return it to the retailer or contact the manufacturer about a refund or replacement.

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Product identification

Source: FDA COSMETICS

Brand nameJohnson & Johnson Consumer, INC.
Recalling firmJohnson & Johnson Consumer, INC.Skillman, NJ, United States
UPC / barcodes
0 86800 11254 9
Lot / date codes
  • 16621E01, exp 5/2024
Distribution area
Nationwide

Nationwide in US

United States

Quantity affected1, 437, 804 cans
Recall initiationFDA report date: October 6, 2021
FDA recall numberD-0844-2021

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Johnson & Johnson Consumer, INC. initiated this cosmetics recall on July 14, 2021. The FDA enforcement report states: Chemical Contamination: presence of benzene. The FDA report lists distribution as: Nationwide in US.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Chemical Contamination: presence of benzene

Neutrogena Beach Defense Water+sun Protection Sunscreen Spray Broad Spectrum SPF 50, Avobenzone… was made or distributed by Johnson & Johnson Consumer, INC. in Skillman, NJ, United States. This page reflects FDA report D-0844-2021, dated October 6, 2021.

Why this is a Class I recall

Class I means the product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death. In this recall, a known human carcinogen that can be introduced through contaminated ingredients or manufacturing processes.

FDA definition

The product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death.

What to do now

  1. 1

    Stop using it

    Set the product aside and do not apply it.

  2. 2

    Check the codes

    Compare the UPC and lot code against the table above.

  3. 3

    Return or discard

    Contact the retailer or recalling firm about a refund, and dispose of the product safely.

Consumer safety guide

Benzene contamination

Possible health effects

Benzene is a known human carcinogen. Long-term exposure is associated with blood disorders and cancer. A recall is a precautionary step to reduce exposure.

When symptoms may appear

Health effects are generally associated with repeated or long-term exposure rather than a single incubation period.

Higher-risk groups

People who use the affected product frequently, pregnant people, children and people with existing blood disorders should be especially cautious.

What to do now

  1. 1Stop using the affected cosmetic or personal-care product immediately.
  2. 2Keep the package and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund or replacement; do not use it as a substitute.
  3. 3If you have concerns about exposure or symptoms, speak with a healthcare professional.

Benzene is a known human carcinogen; this information is not a personal exposure assessment.

This is general consumer safety information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Follow the official recall notice and contact a healthcare professional if you have concerns about exposure or symptoms.

Frequently asked

Questions about this recall

What is the Neutrogena Beach Defense Water+sun Protection Sunscreen Spray Broad Spectrum SPF 50, Avobenzone… recall?

Johnson & Johnson Consumer, INC. recalled Neutrogena Beach Defense Water+sun Protection Sunscreen Spray Broad Spectrum SPF 50, Avobenzone… in an FDA Class I enforcement action reported as D-0844-2021. Chemical Contamination: presence of benzene

What should I do if I bought this product?

Stop applying or using the product. Check the UPC and lot codes below, then return it to the retailer or contact the manufacturer about a refund or replacement. Stop using the affected cosmetic or personal-care product immediately. Keep the package and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund or replacement; do not use it as a substitute. If you have concerns about exposure or symptoms, speak with a healthcare professional.

Is the Johnson & Johnson Consumer, INC. recall still active?

Yes. As of the latest FDA enforcement report, this recall is listed as ongoing. Check the official source record for the most current status before making a decision.

Where can I verify this recall?

This page is normalized from the openFDA enforcement record D-0844-2021. You can verify it directly using the official source link on this page. VerifyRecall updates its index from public FDA enforcement data and does not replace advice from the FDA, the recalling firm or a healthcare professional.

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Official source

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Record last synced from official openFDA enforcement data on November 14, 2026. Source record: official FDA notice.