REACH Compliance and Its Importance in Tattoo Ink Safety

All inks used in the UK must comply with REACH — Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals — a key piece of UK and European legislation designed to protect human health and the environment from potential risks posed by chemicals.

Within the tattoo and permanent make-up (PMU) industry, REACH compliance ensures that all inks meet the highest safety standards and have been thoroughly assessed for their chemical composition and long-term effects.

What Is REACH Compliance?

REACH requires manufacturers and importers to register the substances contained within their products, providing full transparency regarding chemical safety and usage.

For tattoo inks, this means that every pigment, carrier fluid, and additive must be tested and verified as safe for use under strict regulatory conditions. This process helps ensure that inks do not contain banned or harmful chemicals, such as certain heavy metals, carcinogenic compounds, or untested dyes that could pose a risk to clients or tattoo artists.

Why REACH Compliance Matters

Health and Safety

Guarantees that inks used on the skin meet scientifically backed safety standards, minimising risks of allergic reactions, toxicity, and long-term health issues.

Traceability

All compliant inks can be traced back to their source, ensuring accountability and confidence in product quality.

Industry Standards

Compliance upholds the reputation of professional tattoo artists and suppliers by demonstrating a commitment to client safety and ethical practices.

Legal Requirement

In the UK and EU, it is a legal obligation that all tattoo and PMU inks placed on the market comply with REACH regulations.

Vampire Inks and REACH Compliance

All VAMPIRE INKS supplied for use within the United Kingdom are fully REACH compliant, meaning they have been tested and approved under the latest UK chemical safety regulations.

These inks meet all relevant standards set forth under the REACH legislation, providing both artists and clients with confidence in their quality and safety.