East West Tea Company, LLC has recently issued a recall on 54,846 boxes of Yogi tea bags distributed nationwide due to excessive levels of pesticide residue. The recall specifically affects 16-count boxes of Organic Yogi Echinacea Immune Support tea bags with UPC 0 76950 45010 3 and certain lot codes. The affected lot codes include a range from 0000184330 to 0000188114.

While neither the company nor the FDA have provided a full press release for this recall, customers are advised to check their product for the specified UPC and lot codes. If a match is found, it is recommended to dispose of the product immediately as stores may not accept it for refund or replacement.

Although the specific chemicals that exceeded action levels have not been disclosed, the FDA has classified this recall as ‘Class III,’ indicating that consuming the tea is unlikely to result in adverse health effects. No reports of illness related to this recall have been reported so far.

For inquiries regarding this recall, customers can reach out to East West Tea Company at 1-800-964-4832 or submit a customer service form on their website. It is essential for consumers to take note of this recall to ensure their safety and well-being.