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Class II
Qtrade Teas And Herb
Recall #F-1373-2016 · Initiated 2016-04-22
Plain-language summary
by FoodRecallsDB.infoWhat happened
Qtrade Teas And Herb is recalling Organic Green Tea Hojicha in bulk 16 kg boxes because it may be contaminated with Salmonella, a bacteria that can cause illness. The recall affects products distributed in Oregon, Massachusetts, Iowa, New Zealand, and Canada.
Who is at risk
Anyone who consumed this tea could potentially be affected, though young children, elderly people, and those with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of serious illness from Salmonella.
What to do
Check if you have this product—it comes in 16 kg bulk boxes with an inner liner. If you do, stop using it and contact Qtrade Teas And Herb or your retailer for instructions on returning or disposing of it. Contact a doctor if you experience symptoms like diarrhea, fever, or abdominal cramps.
Product
Organic Green Tea Hojicha, Net 16 kgs, (bulk product 16 kg boxes with inner liner)
Reason for recall
QTrade Teas & Herbs is recalling Organic Green Tea Hojicha because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
Quantity affected
1,022.281 lbs
Distribution
US: OR, MA, IA OUS: New Zealand, Canada
Lot / code info
D1-HOJI-1406-50
Voluntary / mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Initial notification
Letter
Terminated
2016-12-01
Recalling firm
Qtrade Teas And Herb
16205 Distribution Way
Cerritos, CA 90703-2329
United States
Recall classification
Remote probability of serious adverse health consequences, or temporary reversible consequences.