Tattoo ink

Requirements breached

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH), including benzo(a)pyrene above the permitted levels (total measured value of PAH: 28.1 mg/kg; measured value of benzo(a)pyrene: 0.29 mg/kg). According to the Council of Europe Resolution ResAP (2008) on requirements and criteria for the safety of tattoos and permanent make-up, the level of benzo(a)pyrene (BaP) may not exceed 0.05 mg/kg. The product does not comply with the national legislation.

Measures taken

1. Withdrawal of the product from the market Voluntary measuresTaken by: Other

Product

Description

Plastic bottle with screw cap.

Brand

Silverback Ink

Model / type

Batch: B 461092512 SBest before date: 25/09/2014Model: Black 11 -B 461092512.

Batch

Unknown