Locals Only SPF30 Tropical Scented Sunscreen (Locals Only)
Product Name
Locals Only SPF30 Tropical Scented Sunscreen
Sponsor
ARTG
295542
Date of review outcome
Date of publication
Jun-23
Outcome
Sunscreen is no longer permitted to be supplied
Is it safe to continue using this medicine?
Yes, based on the sponsor's certification. However, follow the recommended actions below.
What action should consumers take?
Do not use this sunscreen because it is past its expiry date
Review scope
Targeted (see Additional Information below)
Information reviewed
ARTG Record
Issues related to safety
This sunscreen contains HICC (4-(4-hydroxy-4-methylpentyl)-3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde), which is an ingredient that is no longer permitted for use in listed medicines. It may cause skin sensitisation, including redness and allergic dermatitis.
However, the last batch of this sunscreen expired in June 2021 and there is no stock on the market. Therefore, this sunscreen is unlikely to pose an immediate risk to consumer health and safety.
However, the last batch of this sunscreen expired in June 2021 and there is no stock on the market. Therefore, this sunscreen is unlikely to pose an immediate risk to consumer health and safety.
Issues related to efficacy
The efficacy of this sunscreen was not assessed as part of this review
Actions taken during the review
The TGA required the sponsor to correct the issue with this sunscreen. The sponsor cancelled this sunscreen and withdrew it from further supply.
Additional information
This sunscreen was targeted to check the presence of HICC in the product