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21 Sunscreens Face TGA Warning Over SPF Discrepancies

10/1/2025

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The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) warns 21 sunscreens may not meet SPF claims, SPF 4 included.
The warning followed Choice findings of SPF discrepancies.
The TGA found 20 sunscreens tied to a Wild Child Laboratories base, including Ultra Violette Lean Screen SPF 50+.
Some brands paused sales. Princeton testing raised SPF concerns. The TGA notified affected companies and weighs action.

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The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) warns 21 sunscreens may not meet SPF claims, SPF 4 included.
The warning followed Choice findings of SPF discrepancies.
The TGA found 20 sunscreens tied to a Wild Child Laboratories base, including Ultra Violette Lean Screen SPF 50+.
Some brands paused sales. Princeton testing raised SPF concerns. The TGA notified affected companies and weighs action.