The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a draft guidance to help manufacturers and distributors recognize situations that will prevent microbial contamination in tattoo inks.
"With about 30 percent of people living in the U.S. having a tattoo, it's imperative that the FDA take all necessary steps to help ensure that tattoo inks are free of contamination," said FDA Chief Scientist Namandje Bumpus. "Pathogens or other harmful substances in these inks can cause infections and serious injuries. The FDA is issuing this draft guidance to help tattoo ink manufacturers and distributors recognize situations in which tattoo ink may become contaminated with microorganisms and take steps to protect public health," she added.
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