Tattoo ink Recall – EU Safety Gate

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Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 14, 2026

📌 EU Safety Gate Recall Notice

Product: Tattoo ink

Brand: Flow Colours

Country: France

Hazards: Chemical Risk, Laceration Hazard, Non-Compliance

What to do: Stop using this product. Follow the recall instructions for refund or replacement.

🇪🇺 Official EU Safety Gate Recall Notice
Case #SR/01460/26 |
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Recall Summary

Product Tattoo ink
Brand Flow Colours
Country France
Case Number SR/01460/26
Hazard Chemical Risk, Laceration Hazard, Non-Compliance
Source 🇪🇺 EU Safety Gate

Here is the factual recall information record based on the provided EU Safety Gate data.

Recall Information Record
Database: Consumer Safety (EU Safety Gate)
Record ID: SR/01460/26
Date of Entry: Based on measures effective 24/03/2026 and 08/06/2026

1. Recall Summary
The notifying country, France, has issued a recall for a specific batch of tattoo ink. The product, “Premium Tattoo Ink” in the shade “MAXI GREEN” by the brand Flow Colours, has been found to contain several hazardous chemical substances at levels that violate EU regulations. The product was sold online, specifically via Amazon and the website laboutiquedutatoueur.fr. The distributor has taken multiple measures, including removing the product listing from the online marketplace, withdrawing the product from the market, and warning consumers of the risks.

2. Affected Products
– Product: Tattoo ink
– Brand: Flow Colours
– Name: Premium Tattoo Ink
– Type/Model Number: MAXI GREEN
– Batch Number: 061224
– Barcode: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Volume: 30 ml
– Country of Origin: United Kingdom
– Notifying Country: France
– Distribution: Sold online, in particular via Amazon and laboutiquedutatoueur.fr.
– Production Dates: Not specified in the recall notice.

3. Hazard Information
The recall notice identifies the following specific chemical hazards present in the product:

– Lead: The product has an excessive concentration of lead, measured at 2.4 mg/kg. Lead is harmful to human health, accumulates in the body, can cause developmental neurotoxicity (if exposure to children is expected), and may affect breast-fed or unborn children.
– Benzyl Alcohol: The product contains benzyl alcohol, but this substance is not indicated in the list of ingredients. Because consumers are not aware of its presence, they may suffer allergic reactions or skin sensitisation.
– Methylisothiazolinone (MI): The product contains methylisothiazolinone (MI), which is prohibited in leave-on cosmetic products.
– Copper: The product has an excessive concentration of copper, measured at up to 250 mg/kg. Copper can cause liver and kidney damage and might affect fertility.
– Diethylene Glycol (DEG): The product has an excessive concentration of diethylene glycol (DEG), measured at 0.04%. Diethylene glycol can be lethal as it acutely harms kidneys and the nervous system when swallowed or in contact with the skin.

The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation nor with the Regulation on the classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures (CLP). The risk level is classified as “Serious risk.”

4. Consumer Action Required
The recall notice states that the distributor has taken a measure to warn consumers of the risks. The specific instructions for consumers are not detailed in the source data beyond this warning. Consumers who have purchased this product should refer to the official recall notice or contact the seller for specific guidance. The official recall URL provided is: https://laboutiquedutatoueur.fr/rappel-produits-24-03-2026/.

5. Official Remedy
The following measures have been taken by the distributor:
– Removal of the product listing by the online marketplace (effective 24/03/2026).
– Withdrawal of the product from the market (effective 24/03/2026).
– Warning consumers of the risks (effective 08/06/2026).

The specific remedy for consumers who have already purchased the product (e.g., refund or replacement) is not specified in the recall notice.

6. Contact Information
– Official Recall URL: https://laboutiquedutatoueur.fr/rappel-produits-24-03-2026/
– EU Safety Gate Alert Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10098890
– Case Number: SR/01460/26
– Notifying Country: France
– Distributor: Not specified in the recall notice.

Recall Timeline

  • **Current** – Recall announced via EU Safety Gate
  • **Ongoing** – Consumers advised to stop using product
  • **Ongoing** – Refund or replacement available from manufacturer

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I identify the recalled Tattoo ink?

A: Check the product label and packaging against the official EU Safety Gate recall notice (Case #SR/01460/26).

Q: What should I do if I own the recalled Tattoo ink?

A: The recall notice advises consumers to stop using the product immediately and follow the recall instructions.

Q: How do I get a refund or replacement for the recalled Tattoo ink?

A: Contact the manufacturer or retailer using the information in the recall notice.

Q: What are the health risks from this chemical hazard?

A: The recall notice identifies specific chemicals of concern. Contact a healthcare provider if you have health concerns.

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Disclaimer: Information on this page is summarized from official EU Safety Gate recall notices.
Reclia is a recall information database and does not conduct product testing, safety certification,
or independent investigations.

Consumers should refer to the original EU Safety Gate notice
for complete details and official instructions.




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