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Tattoo ink "Makkuro Sumi Dark Gray Tone black tatt

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Tattoo ink "Makkuro Sumi Dark Gray Tone black tatt was recalled on 2 December 2011 under EU Safety Gate alert 1348/11. Chemical risk reported by Germany. The product poses a serious risk because the total polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) content is 17.

Photo of recalled product: Tattoo ink "Makkuro Sumi Dark Gray Tone black tatt
Alert Number1348/11
BrandMakkuro Sumi
CategoryChemical products
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryGermany
Country of OriginUnknown
Model NumberBatch No LOT # 100198W; use by 12-2014
Published2 December 2011

Risk Description

The product poses a serious risk because the total polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) content is 17.9 mg/kg and the benzo[a]pyrene (BaP) content is 0.2 mg/kg. The Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR) considers that tattoo colours with a total PAH content in excess of 0.5 mg/kg and a total BaP content in excess of 0.005 mg/kg pose a serious risk, by 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 tattoo ink for human use in a 120 ml plastic bottle.

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Tattoo ink "Makkuro Sumi Dark Gray Tone black tatt.

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.

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