Tattoo ink

What is the danger

The product contains naphthalene and has an excessive concentration of benzo[a]pyrene, arsenic, antimony, cobalt, lead and nickel (measured values: 0.000077%, <0.000018%, 0.00081%, 0.00013%, 0.00092%, 0.00034%, 0.0060% by weight, respectively). Naphthalene may irritate the skin and might cause cancer. Benzo[a]pyrene is a polycyclic-aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH), which may cause cancer and is also mutagenic and toxic for reproduction. Arsenic may cause cancer, may damage fertility or the unborn child, causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. Antimony can irritate the skin. Cobalt is a skin sensitiser and may cause cancer. Lead is harmful to human health, accumulates in the body and may affect breast-fed or unborn children. Nickel can cause skin irritation, induce sensitisation or elicit allergic responses.

Requirements breached

The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.

Measures taken

1. Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures Compulsory measuresTaken by: Importer

Product

Description

Tattoo ink. Product sold online.

Packaging

Black/brown bottle with a black cap.

Brand

Dimension

Batch

2021-10-30