Lime Green
Lime Green was recalled on 9 November 2018 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1641/18. Chemical risk reported by Italy. The product contains the aromatic amine o-anisidine (measured value: 33.
| Alert Number | A12/1641/18 |
| Brand | Eternal Ink |
| Category | Chemical products |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Italy |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Published | 9 November 2018 |
Risk Description
The product contains the aromatic amine o-anisidine (measured value: 33.8 mg/kg). This aromatic amine 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: 02/10/2018
Product Description
30 ml bottle of green tattoo ink.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Lime Green.
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.