Tattoo ink "Intenze Lining Black"
Tattoo ink "Intenze Lining Black" was recalled on 18 November 2011 under EU Safety Gate alert 1277/11. Chemical risk reported by Germany. The product poses a serious risk because the total content of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) is 55.
| Alert Number | 1277/11 |
| Brand | Intenze |
| Category | Chemical products |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Model Number | Batch: BK 46IMX 40; best before: 31.08.15/07.2015 (the sample that was tested had both a label from the manufacturer and a label from the importer, each with a different best-before date); the im..... |
| Published | 18 November 2011 |
Risk Description
The product poses a serious risk because the total content of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) is 55.6 mg/kg and the benzo[a]pyrene (BaP) content is 0.3 mg/kg. The Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR) considers that tattoo colours exceeding 0.5 mg/kg total PAH resp. 0.005 mg/kg BaP pose a serious risk, in reference to Council of Europe Resolution "ResAP(2008)1 on requirements and criteria for the safety of tattoos and permanent make-up".
Product Description
Black liquid. Packaging: black plastic bottle (125 ml) with a screw-on top and nozzle for application.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Tattoo ink "Intenze Lining 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.