Primark Recalls Nose Piercing and Body Bars Due to High Levels of Nickel; Risk of Skin Irritation
Source: CPSC Recall #21082
Recall Date
2021-02-17
Manufacturer
Primark US Corp., of Boston, Mass.
Units Affected
About 800
Products Involved
5-Pack Nose Piercings and Body Bars
Hazard
The nose piercings and body bars have elevated levels of nickel, posing a risk of skin irritation.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled piercing products and return them to a Primark store for a full refund.
Reported Injuries
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Sold At
Primark US stores located in the northeast region, Florida, and Chicago from August 2020 through December 2020 for about $3.50 for the 5-pack Nose Piercing and about $2.50 for body bar piercing.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
This recall involves two Primark piercings: 5-Pack Nose and Body Bar Piercing. Both piercings are sold in white and yellow. Only 5-Pack nose piercings and body bars with the product numbers listed below are included in the recall. The product number appears on the product packaging. Item Kimball Number 5 Pk Nose Piercing (white) 4102701 5 Pk Nose Piercing (yellow) 4102702 Body Bar (white) 2064701 Body Bar (yellow) 2064702
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28