[Recalled] Bright Orange — The product contains lead (measured value: 14.7 mg/kg) and barium (measured val… | EU Safety Gate 2018-08-03
Authorities recorded a safety problem with this product. The details below come directly from the government recall notice.
Recall details
| Product | Bright Orange |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | Eternal Ink |
| Category | Chemical products |
| Issuing authority | RAPEX |
| Reference | A12/1122/18 |
| Country of notice | Croatia |
| Risk level | Serious risk |
| Hazard type | Chemical |
| Notice date | 03 August 2018 |
Why it was recalled
According to the RAPEX notice, the identified hazard is: The product contains lead (measured value: 14.7 mg/kg) and barium (measured value: 75 mg/kg). Exposure to lead is harmful for human health and can cause developmental neurotoxicity. Salts of barium can be absorbed from the tattoo ink and have toxic effects.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 level of barium not exceed 50 mg/kg.
This Serious risk recall concerns Chemical products products distributed in Croatia and was recorded by RAPEX. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Stop using the product immediately and follow the authority's remedy (return, repair, or disposal).
Read the full official notice →
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