Lemon Yellow

Chemical Chemical products Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Lemon Yellow
Alert NumberA12/1361/12
BrandIntenze
CategoryChemical products
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryItaly
Country of OriginUnited States
Model NumberItem No.: ST 1003LY
Published14 September 2012

Risk Description

null The product poses a chemical risk because it contains azo dyes releasing 96 mg/kg of the aromatic amine o-anisidine (CAS No 90-04-0) which is a substance classified as carcinogenic, mutagenic, toxic and sensitizing. In addition, it contains aromatic hydrocarbons such as styrene and alpha-methylstyrene which are also toxic.According to the Council of Europe Resolution ResAP (2008)1 on requirements and criteria for the safety of tattoos and permanent make-up' o-anisidine should not be present in tattoo ink.

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