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Tattoo numbing wipes recalled over child-resistant packaging: what consumers should check
CPSC says about 55,250 MD Wipe Outz lidocaine tattoo-numbing wipes were sold in packaging that is not child-resistant. Here is how to identify the product and follow the recall.
What the recall covers
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the recall on August 27, 2026. It covers about 55,250 MD Wipe Outz Numbing Tattoo Wipes sold in individually wrapped 3-by-4-inch foil packets and in boxes of 5, 10, 25 and 250. CPSC says the packet front carries the Wipe Outz logo and the words “NUMB” and “Lidocaine Infused.” The wipes were sold online at Amazon from September 2025 through June 2026 and Shopify from September 2025 through May 2026.
Why the packaging triggered a recall
CPSC says the wipes contain lidocaine and the packaging is not child-resistant as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act. The stated hazard is accidental ingestion by young children, which can cause serious injury or death. This notice is specifically about the packaging requirement; it does not say that an injury has occurred, and CPSC reports no incidents or injuries associated with the recall.
What owners should do now
Secure the wipes immediately out of sight and reach of children. CPSC directs consumers to contact Diamond Wipes International for a full refund. The company will ask owners to write “RECALLED” on the packet, send a photo of the marked packet to the recall email and then dispose of the packets. Follow the company’s current instructions rather than selling, donating or continuing to leave the product accessible.
How to identify the seller and manufacturer
CPSC identifies Diamond Wipes International of Chino, California, as the manufacturer and MD Wipe Outz of Thousand Oaks, California, as the retailer. The recall number is 26-718. Consumers can use those names, the packet description, purchase dates and recall number to distinguish this notice from other numbing products. If the packet or order history is unclear, contact the recalling company before disposal.
Keep the product recall separate from broader lidocaine guidance
The recall notice focuses on child-resistant packaging, not on evaluating every possible adult use of the product. Separately, the FDA has warned that some topical pain-relief products marketed for tattooing or cosmetic procedures can cause serious effects when they contain high lidocaine concentrations or are used over large, irritated or broken areas, for long periods, or under coverings. Do not assume that warning describes this recalled wipe unless the label and a qualified clinician or pharmacist confirm it. Follow the product label and ask a health professional about personal medication or skin-safety questions.
When to get urgent help
If a child may have swallowed or been exposed to the contents, do not wait for symptoms or rely on a wellness provider. In the United States, call Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222 or use the official online tool at Poison.org for case-specific guidance. Call 911 for collapse, a seizure, trouble breathing or an inability to wake. NOCTI is a directory for finding independent wellness providers; it does not replace poison-control, emergency or medical care.
What tattoo studios and wellness businesses can verify
Businesses should check stored packets and online purchase records, isolate affected stock from client areas and follow the recall instructions. Staff should avoid making medical promises about numbing products, keep chemical and medication-containing products secured, and maintain clear incident and emergency procedures. A recall check is a consumer-safety step, not a judgment about tattooing or any individual studio.
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