Tattoo ink

Requirements breached

The products pose a chemical risk because they contain aromatic amine 4-methyl-m-phenylendiamine, arsenic, lead and nickel above the permitted levels (measured values: aromatic amines 308 mg/kg; arsenic: 3.1 mg/kg; lead: 2.4 mg/kg; nickel: 19.7 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 aromatic amines as 4-methyl-m-phenylendiamine with carcinogenic effects, should neither be present in tattoos and PMU products nor released from azo-colourants. According to the ResAP (2008) the levels of lead and arsenic should not exceed 2 mg/kg, whereas the nickel levels in tattoo inks must be as low as technically achievable as nickel has a high allergenic potential.

Measures taken

1. Import rejected at border Compulsory measuresTaken by: OtherIn force from: 18 December 2013

Product

Description

Tattoo ink supplied in plastic bottle with drip and cap and an adhesive label.

Brand

Dragon Tattoo Ink

Model / type

TP-1: 77891; TP-2: 77891; TP-3: 77891

Batch

Unknown