Tapee Tea packets recalled for undeclared pharmaceutical contamination
Tapee Tea packaged in paper packets is being recalled because samples contain undeclared pharmaceutical substances (dexamethasone and piroxicam). The contamination poses serious health risks from unintended medication exposure.
What this means for you
Highest-severity recall. Risk of serious injury or death is documented or strongly suspected. Stop using the product now and follow the agency's instructions.
Our severity reasoning: FDA classified this as a Class I recall, which indicates the potential for serious adverse health consequences. The presence of undeclared pharmaceutical substances in food poses a serious risk of harm through unintended medication exposure.
Plain-English summary
Tapee Tea packaged in paper packets (Lot No. 40-2-00658-2-0012, Best By 10/08/2025) is being recalled by THE WIEDEMANN COMPANY LLC. Testing confirmed the presence of undeclared pharmaceutical substances—dexamethasone and piroxicam—in the product.
A total of 3,600 packs were distributed to consumers in Ohio, Florida, and possibly other states. The presence of undeclared substances in food products poses serious health risks, as consumers could unknowingly ingest medications at unknown doses. Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it immediately and either discard it or return it to the manufacturer. Anyone with questions or concerns should contact THE WIEDEMANN COMPANY LLC or the FDA.
The recalled product
- Product
- Tapee Tea packaged in paper packets - 5 packets per bag
- Manufacturer
- THE WIEDEMANN COMPANY LLC
- Category
- Food — Tea / Herbal Beverage
- Hazard
- dexamethasone
- piroxicam
- undeclared-drugs
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Lot numbers (1)
- Lot No. 40-2-00658-2-0012 Best By 10/08/2025
Distribution
Distributed in 2 states:
- FL
- OH
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