Tattoo ink

Requirements breached

The total amount of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH) is too high (measured values up to 7 mg/kg). PAHs are carcinogenic. According to the Council of Europe Resolution ResAP (2008) on requirements and criteria for the safety of tattoos and permanent make-up, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons may not exceed 0.5 mg/kg.

Measures taken

1. Import rejected at border Compulsory measuresTaken by: OtherIn force from: 20 November 2014

Product

Description

28 plastic bottles (5 ml) with dropper, of different colours, and adhesive label.

Brand

Unknown

Model / type

CI: #19746 Lot: #OR20036

Batch

Batch: #8 Production date: 20/02/2014 Expiry date: 16/12/2016