SOLID GOLD
SOLID GOLD was recalled on 7 June 2019 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0855/19. Chemical risk reported by Italy. The product contains the aromatic amine o-toluidine (measured value 124 mg/kg).
| Alert Number | A12/0855/19 |
| Brand | Eternal Ink |
| Category | Chemical products |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Italy |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Model Number | Item N0: E651 |
| Published | 7 June 2019 |
Risk Description
The product contains the aromatic amine o-toluidine (measured value 124 mg/kg). This aromatic amine may cause cancer.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: 04/04/2019
Product Description
30 ml of yellow tattoo ink in a transparent plastic bottle with a black dispenser cap.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to SOLID GOLD.
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.