Primark Recalls DTR Stitch 4-pack Scented Highlighters Due to Risk of Phthalate Exposure; Violates Federal Phthalates Ban; Sold by Primark
What to do (remedy: refund)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled scented highlighters and return them to a Primark store for a full refund in the form of the original payment.
Contact: Primark at 617-946-3236 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.primark.com/recall or at www.primark.com and click "Recall" at the bottom of the page for more information.
Why it was recalled
The scented highlighters, which resemble cups with straws, contain phthalates; a violation of the federal phthalates ban. Phthalates are toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Incidents/injuries: None reported
Which products are affected
This recall involves the DTR Stitch Scented Highlighters 4-pack in yellow, blue, pink and green colors. The highlighters are shaped like slushie containers with a drinking straw. Each highlighter portrays a Stitch character. The product's Kimball Number is 0688701 and can be found on the price tag located at the back of the packaging.
Photos of the recalled product
Recall details
- Recall number
- 25388
- Recall date
- July 17, 2025
- Recalling firm
- Primark
- Products
- Primark DTR (direct-to-retail) Stitch Scented Highlighters (4-pack)
- Sold at
- Primark stores located in the northeast and in Florida, Maryland and Illinois from May 2024 through May 2025 for $5.
- Manufactured in
- China
- Importers
- Primark US Corp., of Boston, Massachusetts
- Official notice
- View on CPSC.gov →
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