Pigment Color for Micropigmentation
Pigment Color for Micropigmentation was recalled on 6 December 2019 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1923/19. Chemical risk reported by Finland. The product contains the aromatic amine o-anisidine and zinc (measured values: 25 mg/kg and 1542 mg/kg, respectively).
| Alert Number | A12/1923/19 |
| Brand | Mastor |
| Category | Chemical products |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Finland |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | Dark Pink M307 |
| Published | 6 December 2019 |
Risk Description
The product contains the aromatic amine o-anisidine and zinc (measured values: 25 mg/kg and 1542 mg/kg, respectively). O-anisidine may cause cancer and and an excessive exposure to zinc might cause neurological disorders.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 and that zinc does not exceed 50 mg/kg.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 19/11/2019Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 04/11/2019
Product Description
Red plastic bottle with grey drip cap containing pigment for permanent make-up. The bottle has a white/grey label with the name of the product. The product was also sold online.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Pigment Color for Micropigmentation.
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.