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Primark Recalls Scent Stamper Pens Due to Elevated Levels of Benzyl Alcohol; Risk of Skin Irritation

Recall 21-185 · August 18, 2021 · Primark

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled Stamper Pens and return them to a Primark store for a full refund.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
21-185 (CPSC)
Recall date
August 18, 2021
Brand
Primark
Category
Candles and household goods
Products
8-Pack Scent Stamper Pens
Hazard
Elevated Levels of Benzyl Alcohol; Risk of Skin Irritation
Remedy
Refund
Units
About 9,500
Made in
China
Last updated by CPSC
August 18, 2021

What was recalled

This recall involves 8-pack Scent Stamper Pens. "PRIMARK" and the product number "9799701" appear on a label on the back of the product packaging. The Pens come in 8 different colors, with decorative decals, such as heart, stars, and paw prints, printed on the pens.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • 8-Pack Scent Stamper Pens · About 9,500 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Primark US stores located in the northeast region, Florida, and Chicago from January 2019 through May 2021 for about $2.; Primark US Corp., of Boston, Mass..

Consumer contact

Primark US collect at 617-946-3236 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.primark.com and click on "Customer Service" at the bottom of the page, then "Recall" in the middle of the page for more information.

Recall history and context

Primark appears in 12 CPSC recalls on record. See all Primark recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 166 recalls in the candles and household goods category, 33 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

8-Pack Scent Stamper Pens (About 9,500 units). This recall involves 8-pack Scent Stamper Pens.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Elevated Levels of Benzyl Alcohol; Risk of Skin Irritation.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Stamper Pens and return them to a Primark store for a full refund.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on August 18, 2021. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.