was recalled on 20 May 2005 under EU Safety Gate alert 246/05. Chemical risk reported by Estonia. Chemical risk.
| Alert Number | 246/05 |
| Category | Stationery |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Estonia |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| Published | 20 May 2005 |
Risk Description
Chemical risk. The ink contains substances in quantities which can impair fertility and cause harm to the unborn.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Placing on the market voluntarily stopped; withdrawal from distribution and recall ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Permanent markers “ZIG Permacolor - Waterproof marker”. (Waterproof and quickly dried markers, rounded tip - OM 30NC; cut tip - OM 50NC; and thick makers with cut tip - OM 120. Markers OM 30NC and OM 50NC are produced in seven colours and markers OM 120 are produced in two colours. Markers OM 50NC with cut tip: violet - EAN 4901427917727, brown - EAN 4901427917773, red - EAN 4901427913255, orange - EAN 4901427917710, black - EAN 4901427913248, blue - EAN 4901427913262, green - EAN 4901427901351; markers OM 30NC with rounded tip: green - EAN 4901427901351, violet - EAN 490142797680, blue - EAN 4901427913224, red - EAN 4901427913255, orange - EAN 4901427917673, black - EAN 4901427913200, brown - EAN 4901427917666; thick marker with cut tip are red - EAN 490114256228 and black - EAN 4901427901511)
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to .
About this risk
This product contains prohibited or hazardous chemical substances that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or long-term health effects.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. Wash any skin that has come into contact with it. Keep it away from children. Return it to the retailer for a refund if possible.
Who is at risk?
Anyone who has used this product, especially children, pregnant women, and people with sensitive skin.