Mineral Mist SPF-50 TITANIUM DIOXIDE, ZINC OXIDE 3.4 g/100mL; 15.7 g/100mL Spray, 178 mL
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🆔 Identity & classification
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🩺 Clinical
Mineral Mist SPF-50 is a topical spray sunscreen marketed as an over-the-counter monograph product. It contains two mineral-based UV filters: titanium dioxide and zinc oxide, which are commonly used to block or scatter ultraviolet radiation from the sun. This spray formulation is typically applied to the skin to help protect against sun exposure. The product is regulated under the FDA's established rules for sunscreen ingredients rather than as an individually approved drug application.
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A natural oil extracted from chamomile and other plants. It acts as a fragrance and flavoring agent to improve the taste and smell of the medicine.
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Aloe vera leaf is a plant extract derived from the aloe plant. It is used in medicines as a natural moisturizer and skin-soothing agent in topical formulations.
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Alumina is a white powder form of aluminum oxide. It's used as a filler to add bulk to tablets and capsules, and sometimes as a thickening or anti-caking agent in powdered formulations.
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Anhydrous citric acid is a sour, crystalline powder derived from citric acid with water removed. In medicines, it acts as a buffer to control pH, adds tartness to improve taste, and helps tablets disintegrate.
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Bentonite is a naturally occurring clay mineral used in medicines as a binder and absorbent. It helps hold tablet ingredients together and can absorb moisture or unwanted substances in the formulation.
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Beta-sitosterol is a plant-derived sterol (waxy substance from vegetable oils and seeds). In medicines, it acts as an emulsifier or thickening agent to help blend oil and water-based ingredients and improve texture.
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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.
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A mineral oil derived from petroleum containing long-chain hydrocarbons. It serves as a lubricant and glidant to help powder flow and prevent clumping during tablet manufacturing and packaging.
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A synthetic compound derived from caprylic acid that works as a preservative and antimicrobial agent to help prevent bacterial and fungal growth in the medicine.
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Caprylyl glycol is a clear liquid derived from coconut oil. In medicines, it acts as a humectant to retain moisture, a preservative booster to prevent microbial growth, and a solvent to help dissolve or mix other ingredients.
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Carboxymethylcellulose sodium is a plant-derived thickening agent made from cellulose. In medicines, it acts as a binder to hold ingredients together, a disintegrant to help the tablet break apart, or a thickener in liquids.
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A waxy solid derived from plant or animal sources. It acts as an emulsifier to blend oil and water components, and also thickens the medicine to give it the right texture and consistency.
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A plant-derived cleaning agent made from coconut oil and glucose. It works as a surfactant and emulsifier to help mix oil and water-based ingredients together in the formulation.
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A silky liquid derived from caprylic acid that acts as an emollient and solvent in formulations. It helps dissolve active ingredients and improves the spreadability and feel of lotions, creams, and topical products.
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Glycerin is a clear, thick liquid derived from plant oils or fats. It acts as a humectant to retain moisture, a sweetener, and a solvent in medications.
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Sunflower oil is a natural vegetable oil derived from sunflower seeds. It serves as a solvent, lubricant, and carrier in medicines, helping dissolve active ingredients and improve how the medication flows and absorbs in the body.
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A synthetic waxy ester made from fatty acids and alcohols, used as an emollient and emulsifier to help blend oil and water components together and soften the product texture.
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A synthetic oily liquid used as an emollient and solvent in topical medications. It helps dissolve active ingredients and creates a smooth, spreadable texture on the skin.
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A rosin-derived compound used as a film-coating agent and binder in tablets and capsules. It helps create a protective layer around the medication and improves tablet hardness.
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Microcrystalline cellulose is a purified form of cellulose, a natural fiber from plant sources. It acts as a binder and filler in tablets and capsules, helping hold ingredients together and give the medicine its shape and size.
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A synthetic polymer derived from polyester chemistry, modified with a cyanodiphenylpropenoyl cap. It serves as a film-former and binder in pharmaceutical formulations, helping create protective coatings on tablets or improving product consistency.
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A synthetic fatty acid used as a thickener and stabilizer in medicines. It helps create the right texture and prevents separation of ingredients in liquid or semi-solid formulations.
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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.
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Silicon dioxide is a naturally occurring mineral used as a glidant and anti-caking agent. It helps powder ingredients flow smoothly and prevents clumping during manufacturing and storage.
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Sodium gluconate is a salt derived from gluconic acid, a naturally occurring compound. In medicines, it functions as a buffering agent to help maintain stable pH and as a chelating agent that can bind minerals in formulations.
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A synthetic compound derived from the amino acid glutamate and stearic acid. It acts as an emulsifier and surfactant to help mix oil and water-based ingredients, keeping the medicine uniform throughout.
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Squalene is a natural oil-like substance found in shark liver and some plants. It's used in medicines as an emulsifier to help mix oil and water-based ingredients together.
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Tocopherol is a form of vitamin E derived from plant oils. It acts as an antioxidant in medicines to prevent oils and fats from breaking down and spoiling during storage.
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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.
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| Price system | Per mL | Per package |
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| 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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| Product | Labeler | Pack | NADAC/unit | TE | Status | Price vs. this |
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| Mineral Mist SPF-50 3.4 g/100mL; 15.7 g/100mLthis 73088-0107-16 | TUBBY | 178 ml | — | — | FDA listed | — |
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📦 Packaging — all sizes for this product
| Package NDC | Description | Marketing start | Status |
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| 73088-0107-16 You're viewing this | 178 mL in 1 BOTTLE (73088-107-16) | 2022-04-14 | Active |
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📄 FDA label — Drug Facts FDA SPL
🎯 Indications and Usage ▾
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 ▾
DIRECTIONS • Spray liberally and spread evenly by hand 15 minutes before sun exposure. • Hold 4-6 inches away from skin to apply • 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 the 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 10am - 2pm -wear long-sleeve shirts, pants, hats and sunglasses • Do not spray product directly on face. • Children under 6 months of age: ask a doctor.
⚠️ Warnings ▾
WARNINGS • For external use only. • Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact Poison Control Center immediately. • Do not use on damage or broken skin. • When using this product • keep out of eyes. Rinse with water to remove. • keep away from face to avoid inhaling • contents under pressure. Do not puncture or incinerate. Do not store at temperature above 120 ̊F. • Stop use and ask a doctor if skin rash occurs.
📦 Storage and Handling ▾
OTHER INFORMATION • Protect this product from excessive heat and direct sun • May stain some fabrics • Do not use if quality seal is broken or missing
🧪 Active Ingredient ▾
ACTIVE INGREDIENTS Titanium Dioxide 3.4% Zinc Oxide 15.7%
🧪 Inactive Ingredients ▾
INACTIVE INGREDIENT Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Alumina, Bentonite, Beta-Sitosterol, Bisabolol, Butyloctyl Salicylate, C18-21 Alkane, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Cellulose Gum, Cetearyl Alcohol, Citric Acid, Coco-Glucoside, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Glycerin, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Isocetyl Stearoyl Stearate, Isononyl Isononanoate, Methyl Dihydroabietate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Polyester-8, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Propanediol, Silica, Sodium Gluconate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Squalene, Tocopherol, Water
🎯 Purpose ▾
PURPOSE SUNSCREEN