Matte Black
Matte Black was recalled on 24 January 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00101/20. Chemical risk reported by Sweden. The product contains an excessive amount of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) among which Benzo[a]pyrene (measured total values: 73.
| Alert Number | A12/00101/20 |
| Brand | Solid Ink |
| Category | Chemical products |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Model Number | Matte Black |
| Published | 24 January 2020 |
Risk Description
The product contains an excessive amount of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) among which Benzo[a]pyrene (measured total values: 73.6 mg/kg and 900 µg/kg). PAHs may cause cancer and are also mutagenic and toxic for reproduction. The Council of Europe Resolution ResAP (2008)1 on requirements and criteria for the safety of tattoos and permanent make-up recommends that the levels of impurities of PAHs in tattoo inks does not exceed 0,5 mg/kg and the levels of impurities of benzo[a]pyrene 5 µg/kg.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 14/10/2019
Product Description
29,5 ml of black tattoo ink. The product was also sold online.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Matte Black.
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.