The Primark The Nightmare Before Christmas Glow-in-the-Dark Coloring Set was recalled in 2026 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) over the crayons in the coloring set have high levels of strontium and aluminum, and this may present a risk if ingested, posing a poisoning hazard if ingested by young children.. If you own this product, you may be entitled to a free repair, replacement, or refund — here's exactly what to do.
What was recalled
- Primark The Nightmare Before Christmas Glow-in-the-Dark Coloring Set — Units: About 600
This recall involves Primark The Nightmare Before Christmas Glow-in-the-Dark Coloring Set, which included five coloring sheets and five glow-in-the-dark crayons in purple, yellow, pink, blue, and orange. The crayons are wrapped in black paper that read "GLOW IN THE DARK" with images of the head of Jack Skellington and snowflakes. The product code "0309401" is printed on the price tag located on the back of the packaging. "Primark" is printed on the top left corner on the front of the packaging and above the Mickey Mouse logo on the back of the packaging. The book measures about 11.5 x 8 inches.
The hazard
The CPSC flagged the following risk:
- The crayons in the coloring set have high levels of strontium and aluminum, and this may present a risk if ingested, posing a poisoning hazard if ingested by young children.
What to do if you own this product
The recall remedy:
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Coloring Set and return it to a Primark store for a full refund in the form of the original payment.
Consumer contact: Primark at 617-946-3236 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or go online to www.primark.com/recall or www.primark.com and click "Recall" at the bottom of the page.
Official CPSC recall notice: Read the full recall on CPSC.gov.
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How do I know if my Primark The Nightmare Before Christmas Glow-in-the-Dark Coloring Set is part of the recall?
Check the model number and purchase date against the affected units listed above, and confirm on the official CPSC notice. If it matches, you're covered by the remedy.
Does a recall mean a free replacement?
Often yes. Recall remedies are typically a free repair, replacement, or refund — you generally don't pay, even if the product is out of warranty. Recall rights are separate from the manufacturer's warranty.
What if I already got rid of the receipt?
Many recall remedies still work with a photo of the product, the model/serial number, or a card statement. Here's how to prove a purchase without the original receipt.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). CoverKeep is not affiliated with the CPSC or any manufacturer. Always confirm details on the official recall notice.