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NARS Radiance Primer Broad Spectrum SPF 35 Sunscreen Octisalate, Octocrylene, Avobenzone, Homosalate 2 mg/100mg; 6 mg/100mg; 1.6 mg/100mg; 5 mg/100mg Lotion — NDC 68577-0173-00 package photo

NARS Radiance Primer Broad Spectrum SPF 35 Sunscreen Octisalate, Octocrylene, Avobenzone, Homosalate 2 mg/100mg; 6 mg/100mg; 1.6 mg/100mg; 5 mg/100mg Lotion

by COSMAX USA, CORPORATION · 1 TUBE in 1 CARTON (68577-173-00) / 2 mg in 1 TUBE
NDC 68577-0173-00
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 68577-173-00 billing pads the product segment with a zero
OTC On market Non-controlled
🗂️ Data synced Aug 27, 2026 · sources: openFDA · FDA label (DailyMed) · FDA Orange & Purple Book · First Databank · CMS NADAC, ASP, Medicare & Medicaid · RxNorm
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🆔 Identity & classification

FDA NDC (as labeled) 68577-173-00
Product NDC 68577-173
11-digit billing NDC 68577017300
UNII G63QQF2NOX, V06SV4M95S, 5A68WGF6WM, 4X49Y0596W
Application # M020
SPL Set ID 29ad7391-d932-3549-e063-6394a90ab2b2
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG
Marketing status On market
FDA listing status Listed (active directory)
Marketing start 2023-06-01
Route TOPICAL
Dosage form LOTION
Substance AVOBENZONE; HOMOSALATE; OCTOCRYLENE; OCTISALATE
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 68577-173-00 — a 5-3-2 layout, and that's what's printed on the package and shown on DailyMed. For insurance claims, every NDC is standardized to a uniform 11-digit 5-4-2 format by adding a zero to the product segment → 68577-0173-00. Same drug, same package — only the format differs.
Where does this data come from?
Identifiers from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory and Structured Product Labeling; RxCUI from RxNorm (NLM); GPI from Medi-Span; GCN / HIC / AHFS / legend from First Databank.

🏭 Manufacturer & labeler

LabelerCOSMAX USA, CORPORATION
FDA applicationM020 (OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG)
Labeler code68577
First marketedJun 2023
Product typeHuman Otc Drug
Portfolio91 products on file
The labeler markets the product; the application holder owns the FDA approval. They’re often the same company but can differ (e.g. a repackager or an authorized generic). A mailing address / phone appears here when the manufacturer includes it in the product’s FDA label (not all do).
Where does this data come from?
Labeler, application holder and registered establishment from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory and Drugs@FDA; address/contact from the product’s FDA label.

🩺 Clinical

🧪 What is this product?

This is a topical lotion marketed as an over-the-counter sunscreen primer under FDA's OTC monograph rules. It contains four UV-filtering agents: avobenzone, homosalate, octisalate, and octocrylene, which are commonly used together in sunscreen products to absorb and scatter ultraviolet radiation. The lotion is formulated to provide broad-spectrum sun protection rated SPF 35 and is applied to the skin as a base layer before makeup.

Supplement & herbal interactions

🌿 Drug–supplement interaction checker →
Where does this data come from?
Plain-language summary from MedlinePlus (U.S. National Library of Medicine); supplement & herbal interactions and nutrient depletion data from the Natural Medicines database; our full guide is HelloPharmacist editorial content.

🧪 Inactive Ingredients / Excipients

Inactive ingredients, also called excipients, are components of the drug product other than the active ingredient. They may include fillers, dyes, coatings, preservatives, flavors, or other formulation ingredients.

💡 Tap an ingredient (hover on desktop) to see what it is and why it’s used.

  • UNII 9E8X80D2L0
    A synthetic form of vitamin E used as an antioxidant and preservative in medications. It helps prevent the active ingredients from degrading when exposed to oxygen or light.
  • UNII W59H9296ZG
    A synthetic polymer made from acrylic compounds and vinylpyrrolidone. It works as a film-former and thickener in topical products, helping create a smooth texture and improve how the medication spreads on skin.
  • UNII QN83US2B0N
    Ascorbyl palmitate is a fat-soluble form of vitamin C used as an antioxidant in medicines. It prevents oils and fats in the product from breaking down and becoming less stable over time.
  • UNII 3XUS85K0RA
    Butylene glycol is a clear liquid derived from petroleum or plants that acts as a humectant, solvent, and preservative booster in medicines. It helps keep formulations stable, dissolve active ingredients, and maintain moisture in topical products.
  • UNII K67N5Z1RUA
    A plant-derived surfactant made from natural sugars and fatty alcohols. It helps dissolve and mix ingredients evenly throughout the medicine, acting as an emulsifier and solubilizer in liquid formulations.
  • UNII B1K89384RJ
    A mixture of fatty alcohols derived from natural oils or fats, typically containing 14 to 22 carbon atoms. Used as an emollient, thickener, and emulsifier to improve texture and help blend oil and water components in formulations.
  • UNII Q95M2P1KJL
    A silicone-based ingredient that acts as a lubricant and glidant. It helps the tablet or capsule move smoothly through manufacturing equipment and improves powder flow during production.
  • UNII 89B2BSF9I3
    A synthetic compound made by chemically combining corn dextrin (a starch derivative) with palmitic acid. It acts as a binder and flow agent, helping hold tablet ingredients together and improve powder handling during manufacturing.
  • UNII 0IAF2L30VS
    A synthetic chemical compound used as a plasticizer and conditioning agent in topical formulations. It helps soften and improve the flexibility of film coatings and suspensions applied to skin.
  • UNII 3V7K3IA58X
    A synthetic compound derived from glutamic acid, used as an emulsifier and skin-conditioning agent in topical formulations to help blend oil and water components and improve product texture and spreadability.
  • UNII 92RU3N3Y1O
    Dimethicone is a silicone-based oil that acts as an anti-foaming agent and lubricant in medicines. It reduces gas bubbles in liquid formulations and helps coat and protect the stomach lining when ingested.
  • UNII E107L85C40
    Dipropylene glycol is a clear liquid made from propylene glycol. It acts as a solvent and humectant in medicines, helping dissolve active ingredients and retain moisture in the formulation.
  • UNII 7FLD91C86K
    Edetate disodium is a chemical compound that binds and removes certain metal ions. In medicines, it acts as a preservative and stabilizer by preventing metals like calcium from interfering with the product's shelf life and consistency.
  • UNII 147D247K3P
    Ethylhexylglycerin is a synthetic preservative used to prevent bacteria and mold from growing in medicines and personal care products. It helps keep the product safe and stable throughout its shelf life.
  • UNII X3W0AM1JLX
    A synthetic red dye used to color medicines and products. It helps make pills, liquids, and capsules visually distinct and easier to identify.
  • UNII I753WB2F1M
    FD&C Yellow No. 5 is a synthetic yellow colorant approved by the FDA. It is added to medicines to make pills, tablets, or liquids visually distinct and easier to identify.
  • UNII CA2Y0FE3FX
    A salt derived from licorice root extract, used as a flavoring agent and sweetener. It may also help soothe and protect mucous membranes in throat lozenges and cough products.
  • UNII YSE9PPT4TH
    Hyaluronate sodium is a natural carbohydrate that holds moisture. It's used in medicines as a lubricant, thickener, and moisture-retaining agent to improve texture and delivery of the active ingredient.
  • UNII 86FQE96TZ4
    A synthetic polymer, this ingredient acts as a thickener and suspending agent in liquid formulations. It helps maintain uniform consistency and keeps particles evenly distributed throughout the medicine.
  • UNII 25KRT26H77
    A synthetic organic compound used as a preservative and antioxidant in medicines. It helps prevent breakdown and spoilage of the active ingredients during storage.
  • UNII A8289P68Y2
    Isododecane is a lightweight liquid hydrocarbon used as a solvent and spreadability agent in topical formulations. It helps dissolve active ingredients and makes the product easier to apply and absorb into the skin.
  • UNII 9913I24QEE
    A live beneficial bacterium added to some medicines and supplements. It serves as a probiotic ingredient intended to support gut health and digestion.
  • UNII V8A1AW0880
    Mica is a naturally occurring mineral that's ground into fine powder. It's used in medicines as a colorant and anti-caking agent to improve appearance and prevent clumping in tablets or powders.
  • UNII WV9CM0O67Z
    Panthenol is a humectant and skin-conditioning agent derived from pantothenic acid. It's added to medicines to help retain moisture and soothe skin irritation.
  • UNII 50C1307PZG
    Pentylene glycol is a humectant and preservative helper derived from petroleum or plant sources. It draws moisture into the product and helps prevent bacterial growth, keeping medicines stable during storage.
  • UNII HIE492ZZ3T
    Phenoxyethanol is a synthetic preservative and antimicrobial agent used to prevent bacterial and fungal growth in medicines and cosmetic products, extending shelf life and maintaining product safety.
  • UNII CAL22UVI4M
    A synthetic emulsifier derived from sorbitol and fatty acids. It helps mix oil and water-based ingredients together and improves the texture and stability of the medicine.
  • UNII 1VPU26JZZ4
    Potassium sorbate is a salt derived from sorbic acid, a naturally occurring preservative. It prevents growth of mold, yeast, and some bacteria, extending the medicine's shelf life.
  • UNII 5965N8W85T
    Propanediol is a clear liquid organic compound derived from vegetable sources or synthesized chemically. It acts as a humectant to retain moisture, a solvent to dissolve active ingredients, and a preservative booster in liquid medications and supplements.
  • UNII KM7N50LOS6
    Tin oxide is an inorganic mineral compound used in medicines as a colorant and opacifying agent. It provides white or off-white color to tablets, capsules, and coatings while helping make formulations less transparent.
  • UNII Q413WWJ3X9
    A plant-derived ingredient from the fruit of Tetradium ruticarpum (a tree native to East Asia). It is used in formulations as a flavoring agent or natural additive to enhance taste or provide botanical properties.
  • UNII 15FIX9V2JP
    Titanium dioxide is a bright white mineral powder commonly used as a colorant and opacifying agent. It makes pills and tablets white or lighter in color and helps make coatings non-transparent.
  • UNII 5041RX63GN
    A synthetic silicon-based polymer used as a glidant and anti-caking agent. It helps powder particles flow smoothly and prevents clumping during manufacturing and storage.
  • UNII 9G1ZW13R0G
    A silicone-based polymer that reduces surface tension and improves how liquid medicines spread and are absorbed. It acts as a wetting agent and surfactant in topical formulations.
  • UNII 059QF0KO0R
    Water is a liquid solvent that dissolves and mixes ingredients together in liquid medicines, syrups, and injections. It helps distribute the active drug evenly throughout the product.

35 inactive ingredients listed in the exact product block matched to this NDC.

The official label also statesInactive ingredients: Water ∙ Caprylyl Methicone ∙ Dipropylene Glycol ∙ Propanediol ∙ Dimethicone ∙ Butyloctyl Salicylate ∙ Lactobacillus Ferment ∙ Isododecane ∙ Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer ∙ Trisiloxane ∙ Polysorbate 60 ∙ Trimethylsiloxysilicate ∙ Dextrin Palmitate ∙ Phenoxyethanol ∙ C14-22 Alcohols ∙ Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer ∙ Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/PVP Crosspolymer ∙ Panthenol ∙ Fragrance ∙ Evodia Rutaecarpa Fruit Extract ∙ Dibutyl Ethylhexanoyl Glutamide ∙ Dibutyl Lauroyl Glutamide ∙ Disodium EDTA ∙ C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside ∙ Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate ∙ Tocopheryl Acetate ∙ Sodium Hyaluronate ∙ Butylene Glycol ∙ Pentylene Glycol ∙ Tin Oxide ∙ Potassium Sorbate ∙ Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid ∙ Ethylhexylglycerin ∙ Ascorbyl Palmitate ∙ Mica ∙ Titanium Dioxide ∙ Red 4 ∙ Yellow 5 ∙

Label-section wording can be broader than the structured product block and may mention additional formulation ingredients.

Where does this data come from?
Data sourced from official FDA Structured Product Labeling (SPL) via DailyMed — ingredient classCode="IACT" elements from the exact product block matched by this NDC. Label-section narrative from DailyMed / the openFDA label index is shown separately when available.

Inactive ingredient FAQ

Are inactive ingredients the same for every manufacturer?
No. Inactive ingredients can differ by manufacturer, dosage form, strength, and package / product version.
Why might an inactive ingredient be missing?
Some SPLs do not provide a complete structured inactive-ingredient list, and older or unusual labels may only include the information in narrative text.
Can inactive ingredients matter?
Yes. They can matter for allergies, intolerances, dyes, gluten / lactose concerns, preservatives, and formulation differences — but confirm with a pharmacist or the manufacturer when it’s clinically important.

💲 Pricing

A drug doesn't have one price. Each row is a different public payment system, and none is what you'd pay at the counter — that depends on your insurance. The ⓘ on each row explains what it measures.

Price systemPer gPer package
Retail pharmacies payNADAC · weekly Not in the retail survey — common for institutional, discontinued, or low-volume packs.
Medicaid paysCMS SDUD · 12 mo No recent Medicaid claims on file for this NDC — rare and low-volume NDCs are suppressed in the public data.
Medicare drug plans payPart D · quarterly No Part D plan price is available for this NDC in our data.
ℹ️
No price is published for this exact package yet. CMS surveys NADAC per package size, so a different pack of the same drug often has one.
Where does this data come from?
NADAC (National Average Drug Acquisition Cost) is the CMS weekly pharmacy-acquisition-cost survey — what pharmacies pay. ASP (Average Sales Price) is the CMS Medicare Part B drug-payment file, published quarterly. Medicaid pays is computed by us from CMS State Drug Utilization Data (total reimbursed ÷ units, trailing 12 months) — gross of rebates and inclusive of dispensing fees, so it reflects what Medicaid paid, not an acquisition cost. Medicare drug plans pay is the median negotiated point-of-sale unit cost across plans listing this NDC in the CMS quarterly Prescription Drug Plan pricing files, before rebates. The VA pays is the federal contract price (FSS, and the statutory Big 4 ceiling where listed) from the VA National Acquisition Center pharmaceutical price file. All are free public government data; each measures a different payer, so the figures are not directly comparable.

🔁 Therapeutic equivalents

ProductLabelerPackNADAC/unitTEStatusPrice vs. this
NARS Radiance Primer Broad Spectrum SPF 35 Sunscreen 2 mg/100mg; 6 mg/100mg; 1.6 mg/100mg; 5 mg/100mgthis 68577-0173-00 COSMAX 1 tube — — FDA listed —
NARS Radiance Primer Broad Spectrum SPF 35 Sunscreen 2 mg/100mg; 6 mg/100mg; 1.6 mg/100mg; 5 mg/100mg 68577-0159-01 COSMAX 1 tube — — FDA listed —
About this product: other versions of the same ingredient, strength and form are listed above, least expensive first, with FDA equivalence ratings where available.
Where does this data come from?
Equivalents are other NDCs of the same ingredient, form and route from the openFDA NDC Directory, ranked least-expensive-first by NADAC. Therapeutic-equivalence (AB) ratings come from the FDA Orange Book; biologics use the FDA Purple Book for biosimilar & interchangeable status.

⏳ Availability & generic status

🏛️
2023
On the market since
Jun 2023
📍
2026
Currently FDA-listed
3 years listed
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·
No generic listed yet
brand only
ℹ️No FDA-approved generic found

We did not find an FDA-approved generic match for this exact strength, form and route.

Where does this data come from?
Patents and exclusivity from the FDA Orange Book (small-molecule drugs), refreshed from public FDA data. Generic launch timing is an estimate, not a guarantee.

📦 Packaging — all sizes for this product

Package NDCDescription Marketing startStatus
68577-0173-00 You're viewing this 1 TUBE in 1 CARTON (68577-173-00) / 2 mg in 1 TUBE 2023-06-01 Active

🧭 About this NDC listing & data coverage

Over-the-counter (OTC) product
What data is (and isn’t) available for this NDC — tap to expand
NDC identity (package / product / labeler codes) ✓ Available
Labeler ✓ Available
Product & package description ✓ Available
Marketing category & status ✓ Available
Active ingredient / dosage form / route ✓ Available
FDA label (SPL via DailyMed) ✓ Available
Package photos ✓ Available
Inactive ingredients (structured) ✓ Available
NADAC pharmacy acquisition price (CMS) — Not published for this NDC CMS publishes NADAC only for NDCs reported in its retail-pharmacy survey.
Orange Book / therapeutic-equivalence data — Not published for this NDC Applies only to products approved under an NDA/ANDA; many listings are out of scope.
HCPCS J-code billing crosswalk — Not published for this NDC Most self-administered / retail products have no J-code — that is normal.
Medicaid utilization (CMS SDUD) — Not published for this NDC CMS reports utilization only for NDCs with Medicaid claims above its privacy threshold.
“Not published” reflects what the public FDA / CMS / NLM sources provide for this exact package code — it is a property of the data feeds, not a judgment about the product.

Questions about this listing

Is this NDC FDA-approved?
An NDC listing does not by itself establish FDA approval — the NDC Directory records that a product is listed with FDA, not that it was reviewed and approved. This listing's marketing category is "Otc Monograph Drug". Products approved under an application carry an NDA, ANDA, or BLA number.
Why is there no price listed?
The pricing shown on our NDC pages comes from CMS NADAC, a voluntary survey of retail community pharmacy invoices. CMS does not publish a NADAC for every NDC — packages outside the retail survey (institutional and hospital products, bulk packages, discontinued items, and many OTC items) may never receive one. A missing price reflects the survey's scope, not this product's actual cost, and does not mean the product is free or unavailable.
Is the NDC printed on the package the same as the 11-digit billing NDC?
Yes, they identify this exact package in different formats. The FDA registers it as 68577-173-00, which is what is printed on the packaging and shown on DailyMed. Insurance claims use a fixed 11-digit 5-4-2 format, so the short segment is padded with a leading zero: 68577-0173-00, written without dashes as 68577017300. The Identity section at the top of this page lists every form of this code.
What do the three segments of this NDC mean?
In 68577-0173-00, the first segment (68577) is the labeler code FDA assigned to COSMAX USA, CORPORATION; the middle segment (0173) identifies this specific product — its ingredient, strength, and dosage form; and the last segment (00) identifies this exact package size and type. Together they name one specific package of one specific product.
Is this package still being marketed?
Yes, per the latest FDA NDC Directory data on this page: this package is listed as actively marketed, with no marketing end date reported by COSMAX USA, CORPORATION. Listing status can change — the directory data on this page refreshes weekly.
Who lists this product with the FDA?
COSMAX USA, CORPORATION is the labeler of record for this NDC — the company under whose FDA-assigned code the package is listed. The labeler may be the manufacturer itself or a distributor marketing the product under its own code.
Do I need a prescription for this product?
This NDC is listed with FDA as an over-the-counter product, so it does not require a prescription. Follow the package directions, and ask your pharmacist if you are unsure whether it is right for you.
This page identifies an FDA-listed package (the NDC) and reports public regulatory and pricing data about the listing. It is reference information, not a medical recommendation — talk to your pharmacist or prescriber about your own medication.
Where does this data come from?
Listing facts (marketing category, packager status, marketing dates) from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory; label availability from DailyMed; pricing coverage from CMS NADAC; equivalence scope from the FDA Orange Book.

📄 FDA label — Drug Facts FDA SPL

The complete FDA label for this product — the official Drug Facts labeling, verbatim, section by section. Jump with a chip, search within the label, or expand everything.
🎯 Indications and Usage ⏱️ Dosage and Administration ⚠️ Warnings 🧪 Active Ingredient 🧪 Inactive Ingredients 🎯 Purpose
🎯 Indications and Usage 31 words ▾

USES Uses helps prevent sunburn if used as directed with other sun protection measures (see Directions ), decreases the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging cause by the sun

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 94 words ▾

DIRECTIONS Directions For sunscreen use: apply liberally 15 minutes before sun exposure use a water resistant sunscreen if swimming or sweating reapply at least every 2 hours Sun Protection Measures. Spending time in the sun increases your risk of skin cancer and early skin aging. To decrease this risk, regularly use a sunscreen with a broad spectrum SPF of 15 or higher and other sun protection measures including: limit time in the sun, especially from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. wear long-sleeve shirts, pants, hats, and sunglasses children under 6 months: Ask a doctor

⚠️ Warnings 55 words ▾

Warnings Warnings For extenal use only Do not use on damaged or broken skin When using this product keep out of eyes. Rinse with water to remove. Stop use and ask a doctor if rash occurs Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

🧪 Active Ingredient 10 words ▾

Active Ingredients Homosalate 6% Octisalate 5% Octocrylene 1.6% Avobenzone 2%

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 117 words ▾

Inactive ingredients: Water ∙ Caprylyl Methicone ∙ Dipropylene Glycol ∙ Propanediol ∙ Dimethicone ∙ Butyloctyl Salicylate ∙ Lactobacillus Ferment ∙ Isododecane ∙ Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer ∙ Trisiloxane ∙ Polysorbate 60 ∙ Trimethylsiloxysilicate ∙ Dextrin Palmitate ∙ Phenoxyethanol ∙ C14-22 Alcohols ∙ Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer ∙ Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/PVP Crosspolymer ∙ Panthenol ∙ Fragrance ∙ Evodia Rutaecarpa Fruit Extract ∙ Dibutyl Ethylhexanoyl Glutamide ∙ Dibutyl Lauroyl Glutamide ∙ Disodium EDTA ∙ C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside ∙ Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate ∙ Tocopheryl Acetate ∙ Sodium Hyaluronate ∙ Butylene Glycol ∙ Pentylene Glycol ∙ Tin Oxide ∙ Potassium Sorbate ∙ Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid ∙ Ethylhexylglycerin ∙ Ascorbyl Palmitate ∙ Mica ∙ Titanium Dioxide ∙ Red 4 ∙ Yellow 5 ∙

🎯 Purpose 2 words ▾

Purpose Sunscreen

Source: FDA Structured Product Labeling, mirrored from DailyMed / openFDA. Prefer the government’s original formatting? View this label on DailyMed ↗
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For educational and professional reference only — not medical advice. Pricing reflects published NADAC and CMS ASP (free public data) and may differ from your acquisition cost; always verify before billing or dispensing.