FDA approves new sunscreen ingredient

The FDA approved a new sunscreen ingredient for the U.S. Bemotrizinol has long been used in Europe and Asia. The chemical compound protects against UVA and UVB rays. LEILA FADEL, HOST: The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new sunscreen ingredient for the first time in decades. NPR health correspondent Maria Godoy reports. MARIA GODOY, BYLINE: Bemotrizinol has long been used as an active ingredient in sunscreen sold in Europe and Asia. …