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Tattooing product PhiAcademy AQUA COLLECTION “AQUA COLLECTION BLACK SEA 0.34 fl.oz (10 mL)” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. SR/02429/26
Summary
The EU has identified a risk with a tattooing product, PhiAcademy AQUA COLLECTION "AQUA COLLECTION BLACK SEA", due to an excessive concentration of formaldehyde. This chemical can cause allergic reactions and may increase the risk of cancer. The product does not comply with EU safety regulations and its use is prohibited.
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Product
Tattooing product — PhiAcademy AQUA COLLECTION
- Brand
- PhiAcademy AQUA COLLECTION
- Name / model
- AQUA COLLECTION BLACK SEA 0.34 fl.oz (10 mL)
- Batch number(s)
- PHI 2503-45
- Barcode
- 8604 4561
- Category
- Chemical products
- Mixture for tattoos.
What is the risk?
- The product has an excessive concentration of formaldehyde (measured value: 0.02%). Formaldehyde is a skin sensitiser and can trigger allergic reactions and may cause cancer. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Prohibition on the further use of the product
- Date of entry into force: 27/08/2026
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