The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-2003-2016·Announced 2016-09-07

Republic of Tea Recalls Organic Turmeric Ginger Green Tea Due to Salmonella

Republic of Tea is recalling Organic Turmeric Ginger Spice of Life Green Tea because a supplier reported a positive Salmonella result in the organic ginger used.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a high-risk pathogen (Salmonella) without reported illness, which meets the criteria for a High severity score (3) according to the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Republic of Tea is voluntarily recalling approximately 5,017 tins of Organic Turmeric Ginger Spice of Life Green Tea. The product is a 50-count tin (Net Wt. 2.65 oz / 75g) with UPC 7-42676-40355-5. The recall was initiated after the company was notified by its supplier of a positive test result for Salmonella in the organic ginger ingredient that was received and distributed.

The affected product has a "Best Sipped by" date of March 23, 2018. The recall covers US distribution only. The source text does not specify specific states or retail locations where the product was sold.

Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it and return it to the place of purchase for a refund or contact the company for further instructions. The source text does not report any illnesses or injuries associated with this recall.

The recalled product

Product
Organic Turmeric Ginger Spice of Life Green Tea; Organic Blend of Tumeric, Spices, Natural Honey Flavor and Fine China Green Tea 50 CT Tin: Net Wt. 2.65 oz.. (75G) UPC: 7-42676-40355-5. The Republic of Tea
Manufacturer
Republic Of Tea
Category
Food — Tea
Affected units
5,017

Is your product affected?

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Lot numbers (2)

  • Best Sipped by March 23
  • 2018

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 2 recalled by Republic Of Tea under a single FDA (Food) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

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