CPSC Recall in 2021: Primark Recalls Nose Piercing and Body Bars Due to High Levels of Nickel; Risk of Skin Irritation

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 21-082

Date: February 17, 2021

Product Name: 5-Pack Nose Piercings and Body Bars

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  

Hazard Description:

The nose piercings and body bars have elevated levels of nickel, posing a risk of skin irritation.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 800

Incidents:

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