Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported February 17, 2021
Primark Recalls Nose Piercing and Body Bars Due to High Levels of Nickel; Risk of Skin Irritation
The nose piercings and body bars have elevated levels of nickel, posing a risk of skin irritation.
The recall
issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall — The nose piercings and body bars have elevated levels of nickel, posing a risk of skin irritation..
- Moderate
- severity level
- February 17, 2021
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #21082 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #21082) was formally reported on February 17, 2021. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. The recalling firm is not specified in the federal record. Federal records list the affected scope as About 800.
The documented reason for this recall is: The nose piercings and body bars have elevated levels of nickel, posing a risk of skin irritation. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled piercing products and return them to a Primark store for a full refund. — consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls — clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Where this recall sits in the database
Of 100,165 recalls in the database, 23,668 are high severity, 72,097 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Affected scope
About 800
Related Recalls
6
0 from same agency
Product 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
Reason for recall
The nose piercings and body bars have elevated levels of nickel, posing a risk of skin irritation.
Remedy — what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled piercing products and return them to a Primark store for a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 21082 |
| Date reported | February 17, 2021 |
| Date initiated | February 17, 2021 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 800 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled piercing products and return them to a Primark store for a full refund.
- Check the recall number (21082) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
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. Units affected: About 800.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The nose piercings and body bars have elevated levels of nickel, posing a risk of skin irritation.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled piercing products and return them to a Primark store for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 17, 2021. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 21082.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (21082) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.
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Data Sources
Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: CPSC, reported February 17, 2021.
- Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
- Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
- Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)
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