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Terra Di Siena

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Terra Di Siena was recalled on 9 March 2018 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0358/18. Chemical risk reported by Germany. The product contains nickel (86 mg/kg) and lead (11 mg/kg).

Photo of recalled product: Terra Di Siena
Alert NumberA12/0358/18
BrandIntenze
CategoryChemical products
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryGermany
Country of OriginUnited States
Model NumberARTICLE: ST1199ALEXTERREF: 21C22515G23150074
Published9 March 2018

Risk Description

The product contains nickel (86 mg/kg) and lead (11 mg/kg). Nickel can cause skin irritation and induce sensitisation or elicit allergic responses and exposure to lead is harmful for human health and can cause developmental neurotoxicity.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 lead in tattoo inks do not exceed 2 mg/kg and that the content of nickel in tattoo inks be as low as technically achievable.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 10/01/2018Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 10/01/2018

Product Description

Reddish-brown tattoo ink in a transparent plastic bottle with label and screw-top with dispensing nozzle; volume: 30 ml.

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Terra Di Siena.

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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