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The Chai Box Chai Concentrate Mix and Unsweetened Mix recalled due to the possible presence of Clostridium botulinum
3 years ago •source fda.gov
United States
The Chai Box announced a recall of 16 oz glass bottles Chai Concentrate Mix, UPC 7 93611 81925 2 and 64 oz plastic bottles of Chai Concentrate Mix UPC 7 93611 81926 9 and 16 oz glass bottles Unsweetened Chai Concentrate Mix, UPC 793611819252 and 64 oz plastic bottles of Unsweetened Chai Concentrate Mix UPC 793611819269 due to potential under-processing which may lead to Clostridium botulinum contamination. These deviations were part of the commercial sterilization process and could result in contamination by spoilage organisms or pathogens, which could lead to life-threatening illness if consumed. No other production codes or products are affected by this recall. It is important to note that there have been no reports of illness associated with this product to date. The products were shipped nationwide to consumers, retailers and wholesalers. Some product was also shipped to two consumers in Canada. Product is available online and via retail and wholesale facilities.The products subject to recall are 16 oz glass bottles and 64 oz plastic bottles with Best By dates between 09/22/2022 and 03/16/2023. Please see the photos for ease of identification of the products.
The problem was notified during a process review by the Georgia Department of Agriculture.
The Best By date is either etched on the bottles or on a sticker is located on the bottom or side of the bottles. If consumers have any product with the indicated “Best By” dates, they should return it to the place of purchase for a full refund or exchange.
In case you experienced harm from this product, it is important to report it. It can help to detect & resolve issues and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance.
Company name: The Chai Box
Brand name: The Chai Box
Product recalled: CHAI CONCENTRATE MIX AND CHAI CONCENTRATE UNSWEETENED MIX
Reason of the recall: Potential under-processing which may lead to Clostridium botulinum contamination.
FDA Recall date: September 29, 2022
Source: www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/chai-box-announces-voluntary-recall-chai-concentrate-mix-and-chai-concentrate-unsweetened-mix-due
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It is incorrect to state that the recall was due to “botulism“. There are no cases of botulism associated with this product. The concern is that there is a possibility for the presence of Clostridium botulinum due to under processing. That is not the same thing as “botulism“
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Thanks DS for the comment, we fixed the title accordingly.