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Tattoo ink - Eternal Ink tattoo colours

Microbiological Chemical products Serious risk

Tattoo ink - Eternal Ink tattoo colours was recalled on 14 August 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 1071/09. Microbiological risk reported by The Netherlands. The product poses a microbiological risk because it contains the bacteria pseudomonas with can cause infections.

Photo of recalled product: Tattoo ink - Eternal Ink tattoo colours
Alert Number1071/09
BrandEternal Ink
CategoryChemical products
Risk TypeMicrobiological
Notifying CountryThe Netherlands
Country of OriginUnited States
Model Number<a href="http://ec.europa.eu/consumers/images/rapex/2009-w31/1071_09.pdf"> See the attached list</a> <img src="http://ec.europa.eu/consumers/images/pdf.gif" alt="pdf" border="0" width="40" height="13"/>
Published14 August 2009

Risk Description

The product poses a microbiological risk because it contains the bacteria pseudomonas with can cause infections. Sixteen different Eternal Ink colours contain the bacteria pseudomonas and 25 Eternal Ink colours are not sterile.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban and withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Plastic bottles with different colours of tattoo ink. On the label is printed the colour name, Exp. Date, Lot number and Colour Index number.

🧫 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a microbiological hazard related to Tattoo ink - Eternal Ink tattoo colours.

About this risk

This product is contaminated with bacteria, mould, or other microorganisms that can cause infections or illness.

Recommended action

Stop using the product immediately. If you have used it and feel unwell, consult a doctor. Dispose of the product hygienically. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.

Who is at risk?

People with weakened immune systems, children, and elderly people are most vulnerable.

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