Tattoo ink Recall – EU Safety Gate

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 17, 2026

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/02038/26
Date of Entry: Based on measure effective date 22/05/2026

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1. Recall Summary

This recall notice, issued by the notifying country of Italy, concerns a specific batch of tattoo ink sold under the brand name Dynamic Color Co. The product is identified as “BLK (OUT)” and is intended for professional use. The recall was initiated due to the product’s failure to comply with the REACH Regulation, specifically regarding the concentration of certain chemical substances. The responsible economic operator (distributor) has been ordered to withdraw the product from the market.

2. Affected Products

– Product Type: Tattoo ink (professional use)
– Brand: Dynamic Color Co
– Product Name: BLK (OUT)
– Batch Number: 020724 DY240
– Validity Period of Batch: 7/2024 – 1/2027
– Barcode: 810132832130
– Container Size: 240 ml
– Country of Origin: United States
– Notifying Country: Italy
– Case Number: SR/02038/26

3. Hazard Information

The recall notice identifies the following specific hazard and regulatory violation based on laboratory analysis:

– Risk Type: Chemical
– Specific Danger: The product contains an excessive concentration of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). Specifically, the substance benzo(a)pyrene was measured at a value of 0.000014 % by weight.
– Health Effects (as stated in the notice): Benzo[a]pyrene may cause cancer. It is also classified as mutagenic (may cause genetic defects) and toxic for reproduction (may damage fertility or the unborn child).
– Regulatory Non-Compliance: The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals).

4. Consumer Action Required

The recall notice specifies the following action has been ordered for the economic operator:

– Action Ordered: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
– Effective Date: 22/05/2026

Note for consumers: The source data does not specify a direct consumer-facing action such as a return or disposal instruction. The official measure is a market withdrawal by the distributor. Consumers who have purchased this specific product (Dynamic Color Co, BLK (OUT), batch 020724 DY240) should stop using it immediately and contact the point of sale or the distributor for further guidance, as the product has been ordered to be removed from the market due to a serious chemical risk.

5. Official Remedy

The official remedy ordered by the Italian authorities is the withdrawal of the product from the market. This measure was directed at the distributor category of economic operator. The source data does not specify a remedy for individual consumers, such as a refund or replacement. The date of entry into force for this measure is 22/05/2026.

6. Contact Information

– Notifying Country Authority: Italy (specific agency not named in the source data)
– EU Safety Gate Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099328
– Case Number: SR/02038/26
– Product Image: Available via the EU Safety Gate link provided in the source data.

Disclaimer: This record is compiled exclusively from the data provided in the EU Safety Gate alert SR/02038/26. No additional testing, analysis, or editorial commentary has been added. For the most current information, please refer to the official EU Safety Gate portal.

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