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Art Of Tea recalls Art Of Tea: salmonella risk

November 25, 2020 · Art Of Tea 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 recallFirm was notified by supplier of Elder Berries of a recall due to potential Salmonella contamination.

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Recall at a glance

Recalling company
Art Of Tea
Location
Monterey Park, CA
Reported by FDA
November 25, 2020
Recall started
October 28, 2020
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.

  • Art Of Tea - Feel Better tea; Produced and Distributed by: Art of Tea LLC, Monterey Park, CA Directions: 1 Tbsp of tea in 8 oz. of water at 206 degrees; steep for 5-7 minutes. Packaged in: Black Mylar bag with label, Silver Mylar bag with label, Silver Tin Canisters with Label; 40oz, 1 lb, 5 lb (bags); 3 oz (tins). SKU's FBB1, FBB4, FBB5 4PK-FBB4, RTT-FBB, RTT6-FBB
    Quantity: 77 lbs.
    Codes: Lot number FBB00228, Best By 8-25-2022

Where it was distributed

CA, OH, WA, PA, FL, CT, MI, TX, MT, MN, CO, TN, IL, VA, IN, TX,ND, DC, NY, SC, MA, AZ, GA, WI, NJ, RI. Canada

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?

Art Of Tea recalled 1 product, including Art Of Tea - Feel Better tea; Produced and Distributed by: Art of Tea LLC, Monterey Park, CA Directions: 1 Tbsp of tea in 8 oz. of water….

Why was it recalled?

Firm was notified by supplier of Elder Berries of a recall due to potential Salmonella contamination.

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?

CA, OH, WA, PA, FL, CT, MI, TX, MT, MN, CO, TN, IL, VA, IN, TX,ND, DC, NY, SC, MA, AZ, GA, WI, NJ, RI. Canada

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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