Benzo(a)pyrene and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in matcha tea powder from China, via the Netherlands
- Classification
- Alert notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- cocoa and cocoa preparations, coffee and tea
- Origin
- China
- Notifier
- Germany
What is this? Some matcha tea powder from China may have too much of a chemical called benzo(a)pyrene and other PAHs. These can be harmful if eaten a lot.
What's happening? Germany found these chemicals in matcha tea powder that came from China through the Netherlands. The product has been recalled.
Does this affect me? If you have matcha tea powder from China, you might be affected. Check your tea at home.
What should I do? Stop using the tea and ask your pharmacist or doctor if you have any concerns.
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Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Serious · Category: cocoa and cocoa preparations, coffee and tea · Origin: China · Notifier: Germany
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