Great Wall Yello
Great Wall Yello was recalled on 19 April 2019 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0628/19. Chemical risk reported by Italy. The product contains the aromatic amine o-toluidine (measured value 70 mg/kg).
| Alert Number | A12/0628/19 |
| Brand | World Famous Tattoo Ink |
| Category | Chemical products |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Italy |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Model Number | Colour Index 21095, ref WFGWY1/2, Batch 20205 |
| Published | 19 April 2019 |
Risk Description
The product contains the aromatic amine o-toluidine (measured value 70 mg/kg).These aromatic amines can cause cancer, cell mutations and affect reproduction. The Council of Europe Resolution ResAP (2008)1 on requirements and criteria for the safety of tattoos and permanent make-up, recommends that aromatic amines with carcinogenic, mutagenic, reprotoxic or sensitising properties should neither be present in tattoos and permanent make-up products nor released from azo-colourants.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 27/03/2019
Product Description
Transparent plastic bottle with a black cap containing tattoo ink, with labelling also in Spanish, French and German.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Great Wall Yello.
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.