REACH & CLP Compliance: Safe Pigments for EU Professionals

EU regulations on tattoo and PMU pigments are strict — and for good reason. Understanding REACH and CLP compliance protects your clients and your business.

Why EU Pigment Regulations Matter

Since January 2022, the EU's REACH Regulation (Annex XVII, Entry 75) restricts over 4,000 substances in tattoo inks and PMU pigments. As a professional, compliance isn't optional — it's essential for client safety and legal operation.

Understanding REACH for PMU Pigments

REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals) sets strict limits on hazardous substances in pigments used for intradermal application.

Key Requirements:

  • Substance restrictions: Specific limits on heavy metals, aromatic amines, and PAHs
  • Labelling: Full ingredient disclosure on packaging
  • Batch traceability: Every pigment batch must be traceable
  • Safety Data Sheets (SDS): Must be available for all products

CLP Regulation: Classification and Labelling

The CLP Regulation ensures that pigments are properly classified and labelled for hazards. This works alongside REACH to provide a comprehensive safety framework.

What This Means for Your Studio

As a PMU professional, you must:

  1. Source only REACH-compliant pigments from reputable suppliers
  2. Keep documentation — SDS, batch numbers, certificates of analysis (CoA)
  3. Verify supplier claims — not all 'EU-compliant' labels are accurate
  4. Stay updated — regulations evolve, with new restrictions possible

How PMUpro.eu Ensures Compliance

Every pigment sold at PMUpro.eu meets current EU REACH and CLP requirements. Products like Perma Blend Luxe: Ready Dark and Perma Blend Evenflo Brow come with full documentation.

Protecting Your Business and Clients

Non-compliance can result in fines, product seizure, and liability claims. Beyond legal risk, using non-compliant pigments puts your clients' health at risk.

Explore our full range of training resources and REACH-compliant pigments at PMUpro.eu — your trusted partner for safe, professional PMU supplies.