The Chief Sanitary Inspectorate (GIS) reported the withdrawal from the marketplace of 3 popular herbal teas due to an excess of the permitted levels of harmful substances: perchlorates and pyrolisidine alkaloids. Consumption of these products may pose a serious hazard to consumer health.
Details of withdrawn products
- White Mulberry Herbal Tea, Polish Herbal Tea
- Manufacturer: Herbapol – Lublin S.A., Diamondowa 25, 20-471 Lublin
- Lot number: L 0234/B18 (minimum durability date: July 2026) and L0264/B23 (August 2026)
- Reason for withdrawal: Overshoot of maximum perchlorate level.
- Curve fix herbal tea, our herbs
- Produced for: Nature Wita Sp. z o.o., Copernicus 9, 28-400 Pinczów
- Lot number: 060924 (minimum durability date: August 2026)
- Reason for withdrawal: Overshoot of the maximum level of pyrolisidine alkaloids.
- Herbal tea Express nettle BI-FIX
- Manufacturer: Bifix Wojciech Piasecki Sp. J., Dworska 33, 95-080 Górki Małe
- Lot number: 15.01.2026 (minimum durability date: January 2026)
- Reason for withdrawal: Overshoot of the maximum level of pyrolisidine alkaloids.
Why are these substances dangerous?
- Perchlorates: These are chemicals that can inhibit the absorption of iodine by the thyroid, leading to hormonal disorders and problems with the functioning of this gland.
- Pyrolisidine alkaloids: Naturally, they happen in any plants, but their consumption in large quantities can lead to liver harm and even have a carcinogenic effect. Children with higher toxicity are peculiarly vulnerable.
Recommendations to consumers
The GIS calls for:
- Non-consumption withdrawn batches of teas.
- Verification the products held for lot numbers and minimum durability dates.
- Returns purchased products to or from the place of acquisition disposal.
Producer activities and supervision
Producers covered by the GIS decision have already taken action to retreat dangerous products from the market. Authorities of the State Sanitary Inspection monitor the process of removing these teas from the marketplace to guarantee consumer safety.
How to avoid akin threats in the future?
- Buy Products from renowned manufacturers and proven sales outlets.
- Regularly check GIS communications on withdrawn products.
- Pay Attention on the expiry dates and lot numbers of the products purchased.
- Consult with your doctor or pharmacist before starting to consume fresh dietary supplements or herbal teas.
Summary
The consumption of withdrawn batches of herbal teas may pose a serious wellness risk, especially for children. The GIS calls for caution and compliance with the recommendations on withdrawn products. Regular monitoring of GIS messages and an informed approach to the selection of food products and dietary supplements are essential to maintaining wellness and safety.
Ignacy Michałowski
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