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Lee's Provisions recalls Lee's Tea brand of Pink Chai: salmonella risk

May 15, 2019 · Lee's Provisions Class II

Class IIFDA’s middle class: use of the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the chance of serious harm is remote.
Reason for the recallProduct may be contaminated with Salmonella.

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Recall at a glance

Recalling company
Lee's Provisions
Location
Toronto, N/A
Reported by FDA
May 15, 2019
Recall started
March 27, 2019
Risk class
Class II
Status (latest data we have)
Terminated
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Category
Beverages
Reason type
SalmonellaOther contamination

Is my product affected?

Compare your product’s name, size and lot or date codes with the list below. A recall usually covers only specific codes.

  • Lee's Tea brand of Pink Chai - Organic Spiced Tulsi Tea Blend Loose Leaf Tea packaged in re-sealable plastic pouches sizes 30g, UPC 6 28055 21014 6 and 90g, UPC 6 28055 21004 7.
    Quantity: 6,788 units
    Codes: 30g package: 3062718 06/2020; 90g Package: Lot #'s 2021JA23PC, 2021FE05PC, & 03-02021, Best Before 2021 MR21

Where it was distributed

Originated from Canadian exporter sold to 2 direct accounts in the US (Brooklyn, NY and Tempe, AZ). Both direct accounts further distributed the product in tact to customers throughout the U.S.

What to do

If you have this product, check the codes above. FDA recall notices often tell consumers to stop eating the product and to return it or throw it away. Follow the company’s instructions and the official FDA information, and if you are unsure, do not eat it. If someone becomes ill after eating a recalled food, contact a healthcare professional. See FDA’s recalls and safety alerts for company announcements.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Lee's Provisions recalled 1 product, including Lee's Tea brand of Pink Chai - Organic Spiced Tulsi Tea Blend Loose Leaf Tea packaged in re-sealable plastic pouches sizes 30g, UPC 6….

Why was it recalled?

Product may be contaminated with Salmonella.

What does Class II mean?

FDA’s middle class: use of the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the chance of serious harm is remote.

Where was it sold or shipped?

Originated from Canadian exporter sold to 2 direct accounts in the US (Brooklyn, NY and Tempe, AZ). Both direct accounts further distributed the product in tact to customers throughout the U.S.

What should I do if I have this product?

Compare the product name, size and lot or date codes with the details on this page. FDA recall notices often tell you to stop eating the product and to return it or throw it away. Follow the company’s instructions and the official FDA information. If you are unsure, do not eat it.

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Sources

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