The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·21082·Announced 2021-02-17

Primark Recalls Nose Piercings and Body Bars Due to Nickel Levels

Primark is recalling 5-pack nose piercings and body bars because they contain high levels of nickel, posing a risk of skin irritation.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (skin irritation from nickel) where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

Primark US Corp. is recalling 5-pack nose piercings and body bars due to elevated levels of nickel. The recalled products are sold in white and yellow and include specific product numbers: 4102701 (5 Pk Nose Piercing white), 4102702 (5 Pk Nose Piercing yellow), 2064701 (Body Bar white), and 2064702 (Body Bar yellow). The product numbers appear on the packaging.

The recall involves approximately 800 units sold at Primark US stores in the northeast region, Florida, and Chicago from August 2020 through December 2020. The nose piercings were sold for about $3.50 per 5-pack, and the body bars for about $2.50. No incidents or injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled piercing products and return them to a Primark store for a full refund. For more information, consumers can contact Primark US at 617-946-3236 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.primark.com and click on "Customer Service" at the bottom of the page, then click on the "Recall" tab.

The recalled product

Product
5-Pack Nose Piercings and Body Bars
Manufacturer
Primark US Corp., of Boston, Mass.
Category
Consumer Product — Jewelry
Hazard
Affected units
800

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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