Urgent Recall: Exper Handels' Herbal Tea Found with Carcinogen, Danthron, Banned Under EU Regulations

June 13, 2025
Urgent Recall: Exper Handels' Herbal Tea Found with Carcinogen, Danthron, Banned Under EU Regulations
  • Experts classify Danthron as a potential carcinogen, with studies indicating its link to tumor development in animal models, raising significant health risks.

  • Previously used as a laxative, Danthron is now banned in food due to its cancer risk, which poses health concerns even in small amounts.

  • This recall is not the first for Exper Handels GmbH, as they have previously recalled another tea product due to similar carcinogenic concerns.

  • The presence of Danthron in food products is a serious violation of EU food safety standards, aimed at protecting consumer health.

  • Exper Handels GmbH has urgently recalled its herbal tea product 'Selen-Form & Purifying Kräutertee Mischung' due to the detection of Danthron, a carcinogenic substance.

  • Danthron is prohibited in food products under EU regulations established in December 2022, highlighting serious health concerns.

  • As of June 13, 2025, the recall specifically affects consumers in the German states of North Rhine-Westphalia and Rhineland-Palatinate.

  • The affected product is sold in 40-gram packages containing 20 tea bags, with a minimum shelf life date of June 2027 and batch number LOT: 04/24.

  • Consumers are strongly advised not to consume the recalled tea and can return it for a full refund, even without a receipt.

  • The method by which Danthron entered the herbal tea remains unknown, prompting consumers to exercise caution when purchasing tea, especially those with long shelf lives.

  • The recall highlights the ongoing vigilance required by health authorities and consumers regarding food safety and the presence of harmful substances.

  • Details for the affected product include its batch number and manufacturer location, emphasizing the need for consumers to check their purchases.

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