Presence Of Centrimonium Chloride In Tea Originating From China And Dispatched From UK

Summary Tea products originating from China and distributed from the UK to Malta contain centrimonium chloride, a chemical not approved for use in food products. The affected products are being recalled due to this unauthorized chemical presence. This recall applies to consumers in Malta who purchased these tea products.

Product
Presence of Centrimonium Chloride in Tea originating from China and dispatched from UK. Category: herbs and spices. Origin: China
Reason
Presence of Centrimonium Chloride in Tea originating from China and dispatched from UK
Classification
Class II
Category
food recall
Country
European Union
Agency
RASFF
Recall date
2026-09-23
Status
Ongoing
Areas affected
MT
Distribution
Malta

Official recall notice from RASFF

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/df1b7392-cc57-4f4b-a6a4-f600d9d5d15d