Republic Of Tea Recalls Green Tea Over Salmonella Fears
DETROIT (CBS Detroit/AP) – California-based company Republic of Tea is recalling one of its green tea blends as a precaution over fears of possible salmonella contamination.
The company said Monday that the voluntary recall of its Organic Turmeric Ginger Green Tea comes after a supplier said one lot of its organic ginger ingredient could be contaminated.
Tests conducted by The Republic of Tea found no salmonella. No illnesses have been reported.
Company official Todd Rubin stressed that the recall is a precautionary measure.
"There is absolutely no evidence that our tea has been contaminated. We are taking this preventive, cautious measure because we want our citizens to feel comfortable when drinking our premium quality teas and herbs," Rubin, Minister of Evolution at The Republic of Tea said, in a news release. "The health and safety of our citizens is our number one priority and we will not take potential health risks lightly. This voluntary recall is the first in our nearly quarter-century history."
Salmonella is an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy people infected with salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with salmonella can result in more severe illnesses.
The following products are included in the recall:
- Organic Turmeric Ginger Green Tea – 50 CT Tin
- UPC: 7-42676-40355-5 – Best Sipped by March 23, 2018
- Organic Turmeric Ginger – 250 CT Bulk Bag
- UPC: 7-42676-30655-9 – Best Sipped by March 23, 2018
- Organic Turmeric Ginger – 250 CT Bulk Bag
- UPC: 7-42676-30655-9 – Best Sipped by April 13, 2018
- Organic Turmeric Ginger – 50 CT Refill Bag
- UPC: 7-42676-42155-9 – Best Sipped by March 23, 2018
The Republic of Tea is based in Novato, just north of San Francisco. Its teas are distributed to various retail outlets around the world.
Consumers may return the teat to the The Republic of Tea for a replacement tea, or for a full refund.
Those with questions or concerns can email teasafety@republicoftea.com or call 1-800-298-4832, Monday-Friday between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CST.
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