Over 80 Percent of Tattoo Inks Contain Unlisted Substances That Can Cause Organ Damage, Allergies: Study

When a tattooed individual experiences adverse reactions, the presence of unlisted ingredients in the inks can make diagnosing difficult.

A tattoo shop in Costa Mesa, Calif., on May 26, 2022. John Fredricks/The Epoch Times

The vast majority of tattoo inks sold in the United States are contaminated with unlisted ingredients that can cause serious health issues, including organ damage, according to a recent study.

The study, published in the Analytical Chemistry journal on Feb. 22, investigated nine different brands of tattoo ink common in the United States, from minor to major brands.