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FDA Expands Permitted Sunscreen Ingredients for First Time in Over 20 Years
The Food and Drug Administration will allow additional sunscreen ingredients this summer. The change marks the first expansion of approved options in more than two decades.
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The Food and Drug Administration announced it will expand the range of permitted sunscreen ingredients available to consumers this summer. The move is the first such expansion in more than 20 years.
Background on the Change The agency stated the update will increase the number of available products. Officials said the added options are expected to increase competition among manufacturers.
The agency indicated consumers may see more product choices as a result. The announcement did not specify which ingredients will be added or when final rules will take effect.
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