If you love tea, there's a huge recall you need to know about. The East-West Tea Company has issued a recall on almost 900,000 bags of their Organic Yogi Echinacea Immune Support tea due to potential pesticide residue exceeding safety limits. This article will detail everything you need to know about the recall, including the affected products, potential health risks, and what to do if you have the recalled tea in your pantry.
Recalled Yogi Tea Products
The recall began in March and specifically targets 16-count boxes of Organic Yogi Echinacea Immune Support tea bags. You can identify the recalled product by checking for two key pieces of information:
UPC Code: Look for the UPC code 0 76950 45010 3 on the back of the box.
Lot Code: On the left side of the box (usually next to the "Best By" date), there will be a lot code. The recalled teas have one of the following lot codes:
Recalled Yogi Tea Lot Codes. Canva
Potential Health Risks and the Recall Classification
While the FDA hasn't specified which pesticides were found or the exact level of contamination, the recall was classified as "Class III." This classification indicates that consuming the tea is unlikely to cause any adverse health effects. However, it's important to discard the recalled product as a precaution. There haven't been any reported illnesses linked to this recall, but it's always best to err on the side of caution.
What to Do if You Have Recalled Yogi Tea
If you have a box of Organic Yogi Echinacea Immune Support tea bags that matches the UPC code and lot code information above, you should discard it immediately. Unfortunately, there haven't been any official statements from East West Tea Company regarding refunds or replacements. While some stores may accept returns, it's not guaranteed.
For More Information
If you have any further questions about the Yogi Echinacea Tea recall, you can contact East West Tea Company directly:
- Phone: 1-800-964-4832
- Website: You can also submit a customer service form on their contact page
