The Recall Desk
ModerateCPSC·20127·Announced 2020-05-27

Primark Recalls Kitten Heel Court Shoes Due to Chromium Levels

Primark is recalling Wide Fit Kitten Heel Court Pumps because the leather insoles contain elevated levels of Chromium VI, posing a risk of skin irritation.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a chemical hazard (Chromium VI) posing a risk of skin irritation, but no injuries have been reported, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity recall.

Plain-English summary

Primark US Corp. is recalling approximately 1,700 pairs of Wide Fit Kitten Heel Court Pumps. The shoes feature a 1.5-inch heel and were sold in black and nude microfiber fabric. The product number 06689 and RN code 145478 are printed on the inside of the shoe.

The recall is due to elevated levels of Chromium VI in the leather insoles, which poses a risk of skin irritation. No injuries have been reported in connection with the product.

The shoes were sold at Primark US stores nationwide from January 2019 through November 2019 for about $16. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled shoes and return them to a Primark store for a full refund of the purchase price.

The recalled product

Product
Wide Fit Kitten Heel Court Pumps
Manufacturer
Primark US Corp., of Boston, Mass.
Category
Consumer Product — Footwear
Hazard
Affected units
1,700

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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