Karnataka plans regulations to put checks on tattooing over health concerns; writes to CentreBengaluru: The Karnataka Health Department is considering new regulations to put checks and balances on tattooing, amid concerns over the potential health risks associated with tattoo inks and the procedures used to ink tattoos on the body. According to officials, there is currently no specific legislation in the country governing tattooing and the health risks associated with tattoo inks. The Karnataka Health Department has written to the Central government seeking regulations for tattooing, particularly in view of concerns over the chemical and metal content found in tattoo inks. The committee is expected to study the composition of tattoo inks, safety standards and the practices followed by tattoo artists. The Karnataka government has also urged the Centre to consider bringing nationwide regulations governing tattooing, as the issue involves both public health and consumer safety.