CPSC2025-07-17
Primark Recalls DTR Stitch 4-pack Scented Highlighters Due to Risk of Phthalate Exposure; Violates Federal Phthalates Ban; Sold by Primark
Primark US Corp., of Boston, Massachusetts
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.
Sold at
Primark stores located in the northeast and in Florida, Maryland and Illinois from May 2024 through May 2025 for $5.
Affected count
About 2,600
Injuries reported
None reported
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Primark DTR (direct-to-retail) Stitch Scented Highlighters (4-pack)
Consumer 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.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/Primark-Recalls-DTR-Stitch-4-pack-Scented-Highlighters-Due-to-Risk-of-Phthalate-Exposure-Violates-Federal-Phthalates-Ban-Sold-by-PrimarkDon't want to check this manually?
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