Sunscreen

Our Position

While a small select group have raised concerns about certain sunscreen ingredients, banning or restricting common UV filters could negatively impact public health. Sunscreen use is recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, World Health Organization, American Academy of Dermatology, and other experts as part of a comprehensive sun protection strategy. Limiting sunscreen options could discourage daily use, leading to increased sunburn, photoaging, and skin cancer risk. Currently, no studies directly link FDA-approved sunscreen active ingredients like avobenzone, oxybenzone, and octinoxate to human health harms when used properly.

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Submission

Comments to OEHHA: Prioritization of Chemicals (Benzophenone-3)

As FDA is recognized as an authoritative body by Proposition 65, we believe that OEHHA should await the outcome of FDA's review rather than bringing BP-3 to the DARTIC for review.

Nov 16, 2020

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Press Releases and Statements

Statement by PCPC and CHPA in Response to Part Two of FDA’s Sunscreen Ingredient Maximal Usage Trial

CHPA, the PCPC, and their member companies are aligned with FDA, CDC, the U.S. Surgeon General, and other health professionals worldwide about the important health benefits sunscreens provide as part of a safe sun regimen.

Jan 21, 2020

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Press Releases and Statements

Statement by the Personal Care Products Council and the Consumer Healthcare Products Association in Response to Part Two of FDA’s Sunscreen Ingredient Maximal Usage Trial

PCPC, the CHPA, and their member companies are aligned with FDA, CDC, the U.S. Surgeon General, AAD, the Skin Cancer Foundation and health professionals worldwide about the important health benefits sunscreens provide as part of a safe sun regimen to help prevent sunburn and reduce skin cancer risk.

Jan 21, 2020

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Submission

Comments to FDA: Maximal Usage Trials for Topical Active Ingredients Being Considered for Inclusion in an OTC Monograph

Jul 23, 2019

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Press Releases and Statements

The Personal Care Products Council and Consumer Healthcare Products Association Submit Joint Comments to FDA on the Sunscreen Tentative Final Monograph

The Personal Care Products Council and Consumer Healthcare Products Association submitted comments to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) in response to the Sunscreen Tentative Final Monograph. 

Jun 27, 2019

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Submission

Comments to FDA: Proposed Rule for Sunscreen Drug Products for OTC Human Use

These comments are submitted as supporting evidence for the safety of the spray dosage from of sunscreens and is referenced in the comments filed to this docket by PCPC and CHPA.

Jun 27, 2019

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Submission

Comments to FDA: TFM Sunscreen Drug Products for OTC Human Use

Because of their well-established role in protecting public health, the significant benefits provided by sunscreens need to be appropriately weighed against any potential risks. We support FDA’s commitment to ensuring that sunscreens are safe and effective for their intended use.

Jun 26, 2019

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Submission

Comments to FDA: Sunscreen Drug Products for OTC Human Use

The Personal Care Products Council and CHPA write in response to the proposed rule from FDA regarding sunscreen drug products for OTC human use. We write to request that the following sunscreen active ingredients be deferred from inclusion in the final rule.

Jun 26, 2019

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Submission

Comments to FDA: TFM for Sunscreen Drug Products

We support FDA's commitment to ensuring that sunscreens are safe and effective for their intended use. We are confident that currently marketed sunscreens are both safe and effective.

Jun 26, 2019

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Press Releases and Statements

Statement by CHPA in Response to FDA’s Proposed Sunscreen Rule

CHPA responds to FDA’s Proposed Rule on Sunscreen Drug Products for Over-the-Counter Human Use

Feb 21, 2019

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