Restrictions on hazardous chemicals contained in mixtures of tattoo inks and permanent make-up are in force in the EU as of today. skin and eyes, metal impurities, aromatic amines and certain pigments.
While some Member States already had national legislation to limit the hazardous chemicals contained in tattoo inks, new EU-wide rules have been introduced to protect citizens equally across the EU, regardless of the country in which they tattoo and whether the ink manufactured in the EU or not.
There are safe alternatives on the market for substances that are banned today.
According to statistics, 12% of Europeans, including teenagers, have tattoos. The Commission approved the restriction in December 2020, following studies showing that there are indications of allergies and skin problems due to tattoos, responding to a request from Member States and based on scientific and socio-economic impact assessments carried out by the European Organization for Reconstruction and Development. (ECHA).
While the restriction is in effect today, the ban on Pigment Blue 15 and Pigment Green 7 will take effect on January 4, 2023. An additional one-year derogation has been granted to give companies more time to find safe alternatives to both. pigments.
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