Tea Sold In New York Recalled Due To Pesticide

Tea drinkers in New York need to check their pantries. There is a tea recall that affects consumers in New York State.

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East West Tea Company, LLC has issued a voluntary recall for more than 877,000 bags of immune support tea. Organic Yogi Echinacea Immune Support, Caffeine Herbal Supplement, and Yogi Echinacea Immune Support, Caffeine Herbal Supplement, are contaminated with pesticides and should not be consumed, according to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration. Residues from pesticides were detected above action levels. The products at the center of the recall are sold in packages containing 16 tea bags per pack, 4 packs per box. The Yogi teas were sold in New York and nationwide.

The following UPC is being recalled: 0 76950 45010 3. The CASE GTIN on the recalled products are 60076950450105 and 20076950450107.

The lot numbers for the recalled teas are #0000184330, #0000184853, #0000185098, #0000185100, #0000185383, #0000185385, #0000185387, #0000185389, #0000185434, #0000185436, #0000185828, #0000185830, #0000185832, #0000186519, #0000186521, #000184062, #0000186900, #0000186902, #0000186904, #0000187357, #0000187359, #0000187400, #0000187402, #0000187769, #0000188028, #0000188030, #0000188045, #0000188114, #0000186600, #0000186910, #0000187155, #0000184691, #0000184963, #0000185381, and #0000185518.

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"Yogi Echinacea Immune Support tea blends Echinacea, widely used by herbalists to support immune function, with Black Elderberry Extract and Mullein, herbs traditionally used to support respiratory function. With flavorful Peppermint, Lemongrass, and Licorice, Yogi Echinacea Immune Support tea is a delicious way to support your immune system any time of the year."

The recall was initiated on March 12, 2024, and is ongoing, since the tea may be in consumers' cupboards or pantries. If you need to contact customer service, you can find information here.