Permanet Makeup Color
Permanet Makeup Color was recalled on 10 June 2016 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0712/16. Chemical risk reported by Germany. The ink contains nickel (measured value: 22 mg/kg), arsenic (measured value: 6.
| Alert Number | A12/0712/16 |
| Brand | Goochie |
| Category | Chemical products |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 218 Coconut brown |
| Published | 10 June 2016 |
Risk Description
The ink contains nickel (measured value: 22 mg/kg), arsenic (measured value: 6.8 mg/kg) and lead (measured value: 3.3 mg/kg). Nickel can cause skin irritation and induce sensitisation or elicit allergic responses, arsenic is carcinogenic and exposure to lead is harmful for human health and can cause developmental neurotoxicity.The Council of Europe Resolution ResAP (2008)1 on requirements and criteria for the safety of tattoos and permanent make-up, recommends that the content of nickel in tattoo inks be as low as technically achievable and the levels of arsenic and lead do not exceed 2 mg/kg.The product does not comply with national legislation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 04/05/2016
Product Description
Ink for permanent make-up in a milky white plastic bottle with printed adhesive label and white screw cap and white protective cap. Capacity: 15ml. Packaging: white printed folding box.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Permanet Makeup Color.
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.