The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-2346-2015·Announced 2015-06-10

Guayaki Yerba Mate Recalled Due to Consumer Complaints of Fermentation and Mold

Guayaki S.R.P., Inc. is recalling one lot of Guayaki Brand Yerba Mate Revel Berry due to consumer complaints of fermented, slimy, carbonated, or moldy product.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, which typically indicates a situation where there is a remote probability of serious adverse health consequences or temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences. The hazard is based on consumer complaints of spoilage (fermentation, mold) rather than confirmed illness or high-risk pathogens, fitting the Moderate criteria for low-risk contamination or voluntary precautionary measures.

Plain-English summary

Guayaki S.R.P., Inc. is recalling one lot of Guayaki Brand Yerba Mate - Revel Berry, 16 oz aluminum cans. The recall is being conducted due to consumer complaints received regarding the product being fermented, slimy, carbonated, or moldy.

The affected product is identified by the Best By date of 12SEP16 and UPC 6 32432 73777 5. A total of 26,641 cases were shipped, with each case containing 12 x 16 oz cans. The product was distributed in the United States and to one customer in Canada.

Consumers who have purchased this specific lot of Guayaki Brand Yerba Mate - Revel Berry should stop using the product and contact the manufacturer for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Guayaki Brand Yerba Mate - Revel Berry; 16 oz aluminum can, Best By 12SEP16. UPC 6 32432 73777 5 Guayaki Yerba Mate is a high energy infusion made from the leaves of the celebrated South American mate tree. Guayaki S.R. P. Sebastopol, CA 95472 Certified Organic by CCOF
Manufacturer
Guayaki S.R.P., Inc.
Category
Food — Beverages
Hazard

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)

  • Best By 12SEP16

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

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