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FDA Sunscreen Standards

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently announced new rules for labeling and testing sunscreen products to help consumers make more informed decisions.

Understanding the Changes

The FDA provided new guidance on testing products for protection against UVA (aging rays) and UVB (burning rays) radiation. Products that pass this test will be labeled "Broad Spectrum."

New restrictions

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently announced new rules for labeling and testing sunscreen products to help consumers make more informed decisions.

Medicines legislation

All sunscreens must now include Drug Facts information on their packaging. Hawaiian Tropic® products already include a Drug Facts box. Many Hawaiian Tropic® products have been awarded The Skin Cancer Foundation Seal of Recommendation. Learn more at WWW.SKINCANCER.ORG.

How can I learn more?

Visit the FDA website for a complete explanation and to read their FAQs.