Tattoo ink Recall – EU Safety Gate

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Published by Reclia Safety Desk | June 24, 2026

📌 EU Safety Gate Recall Notice

Product: Tattoo ink

Brand: Kuro Sumi

Country: France

Hazards: Chemical Risk, 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/01731/26 |
View original notice →

Recall Summary

Product Tattoo ink
Brand Kuro Sumi
Country France
Case Number SR/01731/26
Hazard Chemical Risk, Non-Compliance
Source 🇪🇺 EU Safety Gate

Recall Information Record – Reclia Database

1. Recall Summary
A voluntary recall has been issued for a specific batch of Kuro Sumi brand tattoo ink sold in France. The recall was initiated by the distributor following a notification to the EU Safety Gate system (case number SR/01731/26). The product was found to contain an excessive concentration of lead, which poses a chemical risk to human health. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. The recall involves warning consumers of the risks, withdrawing the product from the market, and removing the product listing from the online marketplace.

2. Affected Products
– Product: Tattoo ink
– Brand: Kuro Sumi
– Name: Tattoo Ink Imperial Crusader Red
– Type/Model Number: IMCR1.5-S
– Batch Number: 169546242011F
– Barcode: 840058830484
– Description: Red tattoo ink, 44 ml. Date of maximum durability: 18 June 2027.
– Country of Origin: United States
– Notifying Country: France
– Sales Channel: The product was sold online, in particular via the Allegro marketplace.
– Production Dates: Not specified in the recall notice.

3. Hazard Information
The product contains an excessive concentration of lead. The measured value is 1.33 mg/kg. Lead is harmful to human health. It accumulates in the body, can cause developmental neurotoxicity, and may affect breast-fed or unborn children. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. The risk level is classified as “Serious risk” by the notifying authority.

4. Consumer Action Required
Consumers who have purchased the affected product should take the following actions as specified in the recall notice:
– Heed the warning from the distributor regarding the risks associated with the product.
– Cease use of the product immediately.
– Follow the instructions provided by the distributor for the return or disposal of the product.
– The specific procedure for returning the product or obtaining a remedy is not detailed in the recall notice beyond the measures listed. Consumers are advised to contact the point of sale (the online marketplace or the distributor) for further instructions.

5. Official Remedy
The following measures have been taken by the economic operator (distributor) with specified dates of entry into force:
– Warning consumers of the risks: Effective from 03/06/2026.
– Withdrawal of the product from the market: Effective from 03/06/2026.
– Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace: Effective from 22/06/2026.
The recall notice does not specify a remedy such as a refund, replacement, or repair for consumers who have already purchased the product. The official remedy is limited to the withdrawal of the product from the market, consumer warnings, and removal of the online listing.

6. Contact Information
– Recall Case Number: SR/01731/26
– EU Safety Gate Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099252
– Notifying Country: France
– Country of Origin: United States
– Brand: Kuro Sumi
– Product Name: Tattoo Ink Imperial Crusader Red
– Distributor Contact Information: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Online Marketplace: Allegro (specific contact details not provided in the recall notice).
– Company Recall Code: 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/01731/26).

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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