Bloodline brand Tattoo Pigments recalled due to potential microbial contamination
Brand(s)
Summary
Immediately stop using the recalled product and dispose of it according to municipal hazardous waste guidelines.
Affected products
This recall involves Bloodline brand Tattoo Pigments.
Product name |
Sizes |
Lot codes |
|---|---|---|
Bloodline Carolina Blue Water Based Tattoo Pigments |
15 ml (½ oz) |
Batch #1 Lot BL23 |
Bloodline All Purpose Black Water Based Tattoo Pigments |
30 ml (1oz) |
Batch #1 Lot BL23 |
Issue
The recalled products may be contaminated with certain microorganisms that may present a health concern to consumers. Use of contaminated tattoo ink can pose a risk of skin infection. Commonly reported symptoms of tattoo ink associated infections include the appearance of rashes or lesions consisting of red papules solely in areas where the contaminated ink has been applied.
As of September 4, 2024, the company has received no reports of incidents or injuries in Canada and the United States.
What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and dispose of it according to municipal hazardous waste guidelines.
Bloodline inks and Sierra Stain LLC are no longer in business and not manufacturing tattoo ink products. For more information, consumers may contact Sierra Stain LLC by email at sierrastain@gmail.com.
Please note that, in addition to the requirements of the Cosmetic Regulations, the Food and Drugs Act (FDA) prohibits the sale of cosmetics that are either made with hazardous substances, or under unsanitary conditions, to users in Canada.
Health Canada would like to remind consumers to report any health or safety incidents related to the use of this product or any other consumer product or cosmetic by filling out the Consumer Product Incident Report Form.
This recall is also posted on the OECD Global Portal on Product Recalls website. You can visit this site for more information on other international consumer product recalls.
Additional information
Background
Number Sold
The company reported that approximately 120 units of the affected products were sold in Canada.
Time Period Sold
The affected products were sold until August 2024.
Place of Origin
Manufactured in USA
Details
Manufacturer
Sierra Stain LLC
Carson City, Nevada
United States
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