Sonoma Pharmaceuticals Announces Registration of Acne Products in the United Kingdom and Launch of the Products in Leading U.K. Pharmacy Chain
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Sonoma Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:SNOA) has announced the successful registration of its hypochlorous acid-based acne products with the UK's Medicines & Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA). The company will launch its products through a major UK pharmacy chain, reaching over 1,200 stores nationwide.
The product line features an acne toner and balancing serum, which will be marketed under the retailer's private label brand. These products are based on Sonoma's patented Microcyn technology, utilizing stabilized hypochlorous acid (HOCl). The formulation offers a natural alternative to traditional acne treatments containing alcohol and benzoyl peroxide.
Positive
- Expansion into UK market through 1,200+ retail locations
- Successful regulatory approval from MHRA
- Strategic partnership with major UK pharmacy chain
- Private label agreement potentially indicating long-term retail commitment
Negative
- Products will be sold under retailer's brand, potentially limiting brand recognition
- No financial terms or revenue projections disclosed
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BOULDER, CO / ACCESS Newswire / April 22, 2025 / Sonoma Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq:SNOA), a global healthcare leader developing and producing patented Microcyn® technology based stabilized hypochlorous acid (HOCl) products for a wide range of applications, including wound care, eye, oral and nasal care, dermatological conditions, podiatry, and animal health care, today announced the registration of its hypochlorous acid-based acne products with the Medicines & Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) to be sold through a prominent U.K. health and beauty retailer and pharmacy chain across more than 1,200 stores throughout the United Kingdom.
The innovative product line includes an acne toner and a balancing serum, both of which are available under the retailer's own brand name.
"We are excited to bring our safe and effective acne line to consumers in the United Kingdom and to expand our range of distribution in Europe," said Amy Trombly, CEO of Sonoma. "These products utilize all-natural hypochlorous acid and our patented Microcyn technology formulation, providing a safe and gentle alternative to products containing harsh ingredients such as alcohol and benzoyl peroxide."
About Sonoma Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Sonoma Pharmaceuticals is a global healthcare leader for developing and producing stabilized hypochlorous acid (HOCl) products for a wide range of applications, including wound, eye, oral and nasal care, dermatological conditions, podiatry, animal health care and non-toxic disinfectants. Sonoma's products are clinically proven to reduce itch, pain, scarring, and irritation safely and without damaging healthy tissue. In-vitro and clinical studies of HOCl show it to safely manage skin abrasions, lacerations, minor irritations, cuts, and intact skin. Sonoma's products are sold either directly or via partners in 55 countries worldwide and the company actively seeks new distribution partners. The company's principal office is in Boulder, Colorado, with manufacturing operations in Guadalajara, Mexico. European marketing and sales are headquartered in Roermond, Netherlands. More information can be found at www.sonomapharma.com. For partnership opportunities, please contact busdev@sonomapharma.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
Except for historical information herein, matters set forth in this press release are forward-looking within the meaning of the "safe harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements about the commercial and technology progress and future financial performance of Sonoma Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and its subsidiaries (the "company"). These forward-looking statements are identified by the use of words such as "continue," "develop," "anticipate," "expect" and "expand," among others. Forward-looking statements in this press release are subject to certain risks and uncertainties inherent in the company's business that could cause actual results to vary, including such risks that regulatory clinical and guideline developments may change, scientific data may not be sufficient to meet regulatory standards or receipt of required regulatory clearances or approvals, clinical results may not be replicated in actual patient settings, protection offered by the company's patents and patent applications may be challenged, invalidated or circumvented by its competitors, the available market for the company's products will not be as large as expected, the company's products will not be able to penetrate one or more targeted markets, revenues will not be sufficient to meet the company's cash needs or fund further development, as well as uncertainties relative to fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates, global economic conditions, prospective tariffs or changes to trade policies, varying product formulations and a multitude of diverse regulatory and marketing requirements in different countries and municipalities, and other risks detailed from time to time in the company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The company disclaims any obligation to update these forward-looking statements, except as required by law.
Sonoma Pharmaceuticals™ and Microcyn® are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sonoma Pharmaceuticals, Inc. All other trademarks and service marks are the property of their respective owners.
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