admin Health Canada has issued a warning regarding a recall of certain tattoo inks that may pose a risk of skin infection.
Two types of water-based tattoo pigments from the brand Bloodline, specifically All Purpose Black and Carolina Blue, were recalled on Wednesday due to “potential microbial contamination.”
“The recalled products may be contaminated with certain microorganisms that may present a health concern to consumers,” Health Canada stated.
The agency highlighted that using contaminated tattoo ink “can pose a risk of skin infection.”
Approximately 120 units of the affected products were sold in Canada until August.
The recalled inks were manufactured in the United States last year by Nevada-based company Sierra Stain LLC and are due to expire on 1 July 2026.
Health Canada urged consumers to “immediately stop using the recalled product” and dispose of them according to municipal hazardous waste guidelines.
This recall is not exclusive to Canada, as three water-based tattoo pigments from Bloodline were also recalled in the U.S. last month.
As of 4 September, no injuries or incidents related to these inks have been reported in Canada or the U.S.
The FDA noted that Bloodline inks and Sierra Stain LLC “are no longer in business and not manufacturing tattoo ink products.”
Common symptoms of infections associated with tattoo ink may include the appearance of rashes or lesions consisting of red papules in areas where the contaminated ink was applied, according to Health Canada.
The FDA also indicated that permanent scarring could occur in some cases of tattoo infections.
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