Primark DTR Stitch 4-pack Scented Highlighters Recall

Phthalate Exposure; sold by Primark.

CPSC recall #25388 · announced Jul 17, 2025 · verified Jul 31, 2026

Hazard

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.

Remedy

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.

Units

About 2,600

Primark Recalls DTR Stitch 4-pack Scented Highlighters Due to Risk of Phthalate Exposure; Violates Federal Phthalates Ban; Sold by Primark

How to identify the recalled product

Product	Primark DTR (direct-to-retail) Stitch Scented Highlighters (4-pack)
Units recalled	About 2,600

The recall

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.

Reported incidents

None reported

What consumers should do now

Stop using the recalled product immediately. Contact the company for the announced remedy. Do not resell or donate recalled products — it is illegal under federal law.

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.

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official notice title: “Primark Recalls DTR Stitch 4-pack Scented Highlighters Due to Risk of Phthalate Exposure; Violates Federal Phthalates Ban; Sold by Primark”. Read the official CPSC notice