Tattoo ink
Tattoo ink was recalled on 1 May 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00658/20. Chemical risk reported by Latvia. The product contains nickel (measured value: 0.
| Alert Number | A12/00658/20 |
| Brand | Solid Ink |
| Category | Chemical products |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Latvia |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Model Number | Salmon |
| Published | 1 May 2020 |
Risk Description
The product contains nickel (measured value: 0.8 ppm).Nickel can cause skin irritation, induce sensitisation or elicit allergic responses. The Council of Europe Resolution ResAP (2008)1 on requirements and criteria for the safety of tattoos and permanent make-up recommends that the levels of nickel are as low as technically achievable.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 20/03/2020
Product Description
30 ml of pink orange tattoo ink.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Tattoo ink.
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.