Hero Force Shield Superlight Sunscreen SPF 30
Hero Force Shield Superlight Sunscreen SPF 30 is an FDA drug label for the active ingredient ZINC OXIDE manufactured by Church & Dwight Co., Inc. administered by TOPICAL. This page reproduces the FDA-approved indications and usage, dosage, contraindications, warnings, and adverse reactions exactly as published in the drug label. Data source: openFDA (U.S. FDA), label effective 20260826.
- Generic name
- ZINC OXIDE
- Manufacturer
- Church & Dwight Co., Inc.
- Product type
- HUMAN OTC DRUG
- Route
- TOPICAL
- Dosage form
- N/A
- NDC
- 10237-505
- Application
- M020
- Label effective
- 20260826
About this product
Hero Force Shield Superlight Sunscreen SPF 30 is an FDA-registered drug product whose active ingredient is ZINC OXIDE. It is labelled by Church & Dwight Co., Inc. taken by topical and marketed as a human otc drug product. Identifiers on file: NDC 10237-505, application M020, label effective 20260826. It is one of 404 FDA drug label records sharing the active ingredient ZINC OXIDE. This page reproduces the FDA-approved label text so you can check what a product is, who makes it and how it is supplied before discussing it with a pharmacist or prescriber.
What it is used for
Across FDA labelling, products containing ZINC OXIDE are most often described in connection with: helps prevent, sun protection, measures see, directions decreases, risk skin, aging caused. Wording differs between labels, and the full indications section on this page takes precedence when it is present.
Active ingredients
Indications & 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 & Administration
Directions Apply liberally 15 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply at least every 2 hours. Use a water-resistant sunscreen if swimming or sweating. 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: ask a doctor
Warnings
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 product is swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
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View labelHow products containing ZINC OXIDE compare
FDA lists 404 drug label records with ZINC OXIDE as the active ingredient. The most common dosage forms and the manufacturers with the most records are summarised below; strengths, pack sizes and inactive ingredients can still differ between apparently similar products.
| Dosage form | Products | Manufacturer | Products |
|---|---|---|---|
| — | — | Ilia, Inc. | 30 |
| — | — | COSMAX USA, CORP | 24 |
| — | — | Colorescience | 16 |
| — | — | Allure Labs Inc | 9 |
| — | — | Raw Elements LLC | 9 |
Recall and safety notices
2 FDA recall record(s) match this product name or manufacturer. A match means the firm or product name appears in the enforcement report; confirm lot numbers and dates against the official FDA notice before acting.
| Recall | Product | Firm | Class | Status | Reported |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D-0790-2026 | Zicam, Cold Remedy, Medicated Nasal Swabs, With Cooling Menthol & Eucalyptus, 20 Single-Use Swabs per carton, Zinc-Free Homeopathic, Distributed by Church & Dwight Co. Inc., Ewing, NJ 08628, UPC 732216301205. | Church & Dwight Co., Inc. | Class II | Ongoing | 20260902 |
| D-0095-2026 | ZICAM" MEDICATED FRUIT DROPS ELDERBERRY FLAVOR, 25-drops per bottle, Distributed by: Church & Dwight Co., Inc. Ewing, NJ 08628, NDC 10237-469-25 | Church & Dwight Co., Inc. | Class II | Ongoing | 20251029 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Hero Force Shield Superlight Sunscreen SPF 30 used for?
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.
Who makes Hero Force Shield Superlight Sunscreen SPF 30?
Church & Dwight Co., Inc. is the labeler of record for Hero Force Shield Superlight Sunscreen SPF 30. 404 FDA label records share the active ingredient ZINC OXIDE, so generic and branded versions may come from different companies; the manufacturer named on your pack is the one that matters for any enquiry.
What form does Hero Force Shield Superlight Sunscreen SPF 30 come in?
administered by topical. Strengths and pack sizes vary by label, so compare the NDC on your pack with the identifier listed on this page.
Is Hero Force Shield Superlight Sunscreen SPF 30 prescription or over-the-counter?
The FDA label for this product is recorded as human otc drug. Marketing status can differ between strengths and countries, so check the dispensing rules where you live.
Are there other products containing ZINC OXIDE?
Yes. 404 FDA drug label records list ZINC OXIDE as the active ingredient. Products with the same active ingredient can usually be substituted only when a prescriber or pharmacist confirms it is appropriate.
Has Hero Force Shield Superlight Sunscreen SPF 30 been recalled?
2 FDA recall record(s) match this product name or manufacturer. Review the recall and safety notices section on this page and confirm lot numbers against the official FDA enforcement report.
Where does this information come from?
All content is reproduced from FDA Structured Product Labelling data via openFDA. It is provided for identification and reference only and is not medical advice.
This page reproduces FDA Structured Product Labelling data for identification and reference. It is not medical advice, does not diagnose or treat any condition, and does not sell or price any medicine.