Last updated on November 19, 2025
Hawaii state law bans the sale and distribution of sunscreens containing specific chemical UV filters such as oxybenzone and octinoxate within the state; retailers are prohibited from offering these banned ingredient products for sale as part of a statewide reef‑protection regulation enacted in recent years, and visitors bringing banned sunscreens for personal use are urged to comply with local guidance though possession for personal use may not be criminalised—commercial sale and distribution are subject to enforcement. Businesses must adjust product offerings accordingly and consumers should choose mineral‑based reef‑safe formulations when visiting coastal and marine protected areas to avoid contributing to coral stress and to comply with state environmental protections.