Johnson & Johnson recalled several types of Neutrogena sunscreen due to benzene, a toxic chemical that can cause cancer.
What You Can Do & How We Can Help
The Schmidt Firm, PLLC is currently accepting Neutrogena sunscreen induced injury cases in all 50 states. If you or somebody you know has been diagnosed with cancer after using sunscreen that was recalled due to benzene, you should contact our lawyers immediately for a free case consultation. Please use the form below to contact our Product Liability Litigation Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at (866) 920-0753.
J&J Recalls Neutrogena Sunscreen for Cancer Risk
On July 14, 2021, Johnson & Johnson recalled certain Neutrogena sunscreens due to high levels of benzene, a cancer-causing chemical.
What Neutrogena Sunscreens Were Recalled?
The recall included the following spray sunscreens (or “aerosol sunscreens”):
- NEUTROGENA® Beach Defense® aerosol sunscreen
- NEUTROGENA® Cool Dry Sport aerosol sunscreen
- NEUTROGENA® Invisible Daily™ defense aerosol sunscreen
- NEUTROGENA® Ultra Sheer® aerosol sunscreen
- AVEENO® Protect + Refresh aerosol sunscreen
What is Benzene?
Benzene is a toxic chemical that is classified as a human carcinogen (cancer-causing substance). In large amounts, benzene can cause serious health problems when it is absorbed through the skin, breathed in the air, or swallowed.
How Does Benzene Get in Sunscreen?
Benzene is not an ingredient that is added to sunscreen. Even so, it has been found in dozens of sunscreens and sun-care products, likely due to manufacturing problems.
Johnson & Johnson said that “benzene is not an ingredient in any of our sunscreen products,” but it was found in finished products. “We are investigating the cause of this issue,” the company said.
Independent Lab Finds Benzene in 78 Sunscreens and Sun-Care Products
In May 2021, the independent laboratory and pharmacy Valisure found benzene in 78 sunscreens and sun-care products (about 27% of products they tested), including sunscreen sprays, lotions, gels, and aloe vera.
Benzene Linked to Blood Cancers
Benzene is specifically linked to blood cancers, such as:
- Leukemia
- Lymphoma
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL)
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL)
- Multiple Myeloma
- Non-Hodgkin lymphoma
- And more
Do I have a Neutrogena Sunscreen Lawsuit?
The Schmidt Firm, PLLC is currently accepting Neutrogena sunscreen induced injury cases in all 50 states. If you or somebody you know has been diagnosed with cancer after using sunscreen that was recalled due to benzene, you should contact our lawyers immediately for a free case consultation. Please use the form below to contact our Product Liability Litigation Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at (866) 920-0753.
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