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Neutrogena Beach Defense Water Plus Sun Protection Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Plus Avobenzone, Homosalate, Octisalate, and Octocrylene 30 mg/g; 150 mg/g; 50 mg/g; 100 mg/g Stick — NDC 69968-0899-03 package photo

Neutrogena Beach Defense Water Plus Sun Protection Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Plus Avobenzone, Homosalate, Octisalate, and Octocrylene 30 mg/g; 150 mg/g; 50 mg/g; 100 mg/g Stick

by Kenvue Brands LLC · 2 CANISTER in 1 CARTON (69968-0899-3) / 42 g in 1 CANISTER
NDC 69968-0899-03
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 69968-0899-3 billing pads the package segment with a zero
This package
Contains42 g in 1 canister Pack sizes2 compare ↓
Also comes in: 42 g 69968-0899-02
OTC On market Non-controlled
🗂️ Data synced Jul 24, 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) 69968-0899-3
Product NDC 69968-0899
11-digit billing NDC 69968089903
UNII G63QQF2NOX, V06SV4M95S, 4X49Y0596W, 5A68WGF6WM
UPC 0086800872757
Application # M020
SPL Set ID 20d24c9d-9558-156d-e063-6294a90a2d1a
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG
Marketing status On market
FDA listing status Listed (active directory)
Marketing start 2019-10-07
Route TOPICAL
Dosage form STICK
Substance AVOBENZONE; HOMOSALATE; OCTISALATE; OCTOCRYLENE
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 69968-0899-3 — a 5-4-1 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 package segment → 69968-0899-03. 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

LabelerKenvue Brands LLC
FDA applicationM020 (OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG)
Labeler code69968
First marketedOct 2019
Product typeHuman Otc Drug
Portfolio564 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?

Neutrogena Beach Defense Water Plus is an over-the-counter sunscreen stick containing four ultraviolet (UV) filters: avobenzone, homosalate, octisalate, and octocrylene. These ingredients are commonly combined in sunscreen products to absorb and scatter both UVA and UVB rays from the sun. The stick form is applied topically to the skin and is designed to provide broad-spectrum sun protection. This is an OTC monograph product, meaning it follows the FDA's established category rules for over-the-counter sunscreens rather than being individually reviewed as a new drug application.

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 A9EJ3J61HQ
    A synthetic liquid derived from benzoic acid and long-chain alcohols. It functions as a solvent and penetration enhancer in topical formulations, helping active ingredients dissolve and absorb into the skin.
  • UNII V5RS026Q0H
    A synthetic polymer made by combining several plastic-like compounds. It forms a protective coating on tablets or capsules to control where and when the medicine dissolves in the digestive system.
  • UNII 1P9D0Z171K
    BHT is a synthetic antioxidant that prevents fats and oils in medicines from breaking down and becoming rancid. It helps keep the product stable and effective during storage.
  • UNII 2EH13UN8D3
    A synthetic compound used as a solvent and penetration enhancer in topical formulations. It helps dissolve active ingredients and allows them to penetrate the skin more effectively.
  • UNII Q1LS2UJO3A
    Ceresin is a purified mineral wax derived from ozocerite. It functions as a binding agent, thickener, and coating material in medicines to help hold ingredients together and provide texture or protective coating.
  • UNII I0DQJ7YGXM
    A synthetic chemical compound used as a plasticizer in pharmaceutical coatings. It makes film coatings more flexible and durable so they don't crack or peel during manufacturing and storage.
  • 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 XQQ9MKE2BJ
    Eicosyl povidone is a synthetic polymer derived from povidone with added long-chain fatty components. It functions as a solubilizer and absorption enhancer to help the medicine dissolve better and be absorbed more effectively by the body.
  • UNII 918X1OUF1E
    Isohexadecane is a synthetic hydrocarbon oil used as an emollient and solvent in topical medicines. It helps dissolve active ingredients and improves spreadability and absorption through the skin.
  • UNII U68ZV6W62C
    A synthetic oily substance used as a solvent and emollient in topical medicines. It helps dissolve active ingredients and improves how the product spreads on skin.
  • UNII 4M6OQ34JWW
    A synthetic oil derived from neopentyl glycol and isostearic acid. Used as an emollient and texture enhancer in topical formulations to soften skin contact and improve product spreadability.
  • UNII X8725R883T
    A synthetic oily liquid derived from branched carboxylic acids, used as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent in topical formulations. It helps soften and smooth the product's texture while improving how it spreads on skin.
  • UNII I9O0E3H2ZE
    Paraffin is a waxy, petroleum-derived substance used as a coating, lubricant, and hardening agent in tablets and capsules. It helps protect the medicine from moisture and gives pills a smooth finish.
  • UNII UG00KM4WR7
    A plastic polymer used as a container material and film coating. It helps protect the medicine from moisture and air exposure during storage and shipping.
  • UNII 08MNR5YE2R
    A wax made in a laboratory to mimic natural beeswax. It's used as a coating, binder, and thickener to give medicines a smooth texture and protect them from moisture.

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

The official label also statesNeopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Synthetic Wax, Isohexadecane, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Ozokerite, Paraffin, Synthetic Beeswax, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, VP/Eicosene Copolymer, Neopentyl Glycol Diisostearate, Dimethicone, Diethylhexyl 2,6-Naphthalate, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Fragrance, BHT

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 eachPer 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.
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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.
Try another pack size: 42 g
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
Neutrogena Beach Defense Water Plus Sun Protection Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Plus 30 mg/g; 150 mg/g; 50 mg/g; 100 mg/gthis 69968-0899-03 Kenvue 2 canisters — — 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

🏛️
2019
On the market since
Oct 2019
📍
2026
Currently FDA-listed
7 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
69968-0899-02 42 g in 1 CANISTER (69968-0899-2) 2019-10-07 Active
69968-0899-03 You're viewing this 2 CANISTER in 1 CARTON (69968-0899-3) / 42 g in 1 CANISTER 2019-10-07 Active

Pack size FAQ

What quantity is in NDC 69968-0899-03?
NDC 69968-0899-03 is listed by the FDA — 2 canister in 1 carton / 42 g in 1 canister.
What NDC number is used to bill for this package of Neutrogena Beach Defense Water Plus Sun Protection Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Plus Avobenzone, Homosalate, Octisalate, and Octocrylene 30 mg/g; 150 mg/g; 50 mg/g; 100 mg/g Stick?
Bill NDC 69968-0899-03 — the 11-digit billing format is 69968089903. Pharmacy and medical claims use the 11-digit form; the FDA label may print a shorter form of the same code.

🧭 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 69968-0899-3, 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: 69968-0899-03, written without dashes as 69968089903. 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 69968-0899-03, the first segment (69968) is the labeler code FDA assigned to Kenvue Brands LLC; the middle segment (0899) identifies this specific product — its ingredient, strength, and dosage form; and the last segment (03) 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 Kenvue Brands LLC. Listing status can change — the directory data on this page refreshes weekly.
Does this product come in other package sizes?
Yes — the FDA directory lists 1 other package presentation of this same product, including 42 g (69968-0899-02). Each has its own NDC and its own page — see the package list near the top of this page.
Who lists this product with the FDA?
Kenvue Brands LLC 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 📦 Storage and Handling 🧪 Active Ingredient 🧪 Inactive Ingredients 🎯 Purpose
🎯 Indications and Usage 30 words ▾

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 caused by the sun

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 123 words ▾

Directions apply liberally and evenly 15 minutes before sun exposure ensure complete coverage to the area above the lip, nose and tops of ears reapply: after 80 minutes of swimming or sweating immediately after towel drying 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 value 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-sleeved shirts, pants, hats, and sunglasses children under 6 months of age: Ask a doctor After use, twist stick down prior to capping to ensure complete closure.

⚠️ Warnings 54 words ▾

Warnings For external 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.

📦 Storage and Handling 18 words ▾

Other information protect this product from excessive heat and direct sun may stain some fabrics protect from freezing

🧪 Active Ingredient 15 words ▾

Active ingredients Purpose Avobenzone 3% Sunscreen Homosalate 15% Sunscreen Octisalate 5% Sunscreen Octocrylene 10% Sunscreen

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 31 words ▾

Inactive ingredients Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Synthetic Wax, Isohexadecane, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Ozokerite, Paraffin, Synthetic Beeswax, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, VP/Eicosene Copolymer, Neopentyl Glycol Diisostearate, Dimethicone, Diethylhexyl 2,6-Naphthalate, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Fragrance, BHT

🎯 Purpose 15 words ▾

Active ingredients Purpose Avobenzone 3% Sunscreen Homosalate 15% Sunscreen Octisalate 5% Sunscreen Octocrylene 10% 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.