Palau to ban sunscreen as it tries to save its coral reefs

Palau to ban sunscreen as it tries to save its coral reefs

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https://apnews.com/34b5f38a569f4a3bbe733dfcbe825802

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — In an attempt to protect coral reefs that divers have dubbed the underwater Serengeti, the Pacific nation of Palau will soon ban many types of sunscreen.

President Tommy Remengesau Jr. last week signed legislation that bans "reef-toxic" sunscreen from 2020. Banned sunscreens will be confiscated from tourists who carry them into the country, and merchants selling the banned products will be fined up to $1,000.