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Reactions
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EU’s Ban On Tattoo Ink: Breaking Down the Chemistry
Reactions is a show that uncovers the chemistry all around us. We answer the burning questions you’ve always wanted to ask, blending the worlds of science and every-day life.
EU’s Ban On Tattoo Ink: Breaking Down the Chemistry
Season 9 Episode 5 | 10m 37s | CC
Recently, a handful of tattoo inks have been banned by the European Union for safety reasons. Blue 15:3 and Green 7 made its way onto the banned list and tattoo artists are having a difficult time finding replacements for these two colors. Here’s what chemistry has to say about these precarious pigments.
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