Mahoney Gangster Grey Dark and Lovely
Mahoney Gangster Grey Dark and Lovely was recalled on 1 November 2019 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1641/19. Chemical risk reported by Germany. The product contains an excessive amount of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) (measured total value: 17.
| Alert Number | A12/1641/19 |
| Brand | Intenze |
| Category | Chemical products |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Model Number | Article: ST1189GGDALRef.: 1037C18916K03080167 |
| Published | 1 November 2019 |
Risk Description
The product contains an excessive amount of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) (measured total value: 17.9 mg/kg) and benzo[a]pyrene (measured value: 160 µg/kg). These PAHs may cause cancer and are also mutagenic and toxic for reproduction. The product does not comply with the recommendations of the Council of Europe Resolution ResAP (2008)1 on levels of impurities of PAHs in tattoo inks and the relevant national Law.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 15/10/2019Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 15/10/2019Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 01/10/2019
Product Description
Plastic bottle with drip cap, containing 29 ml of tattoo ink. The product was also sold online.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Mahoney Gangster Grey Dark and Lovely.
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.