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Class II Recall — Risk of Temporary or Reversible Adverse Health Consequences
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Starwest Botanicals, Inc Starwest Botanicals Item#: 209617-34, Item# 209617-31 Wood Betony Herb C/S Or Recall 2021

Starwest Botanicals, IncIssued April 2, 2021

Starwest Botanicals, Inc Starwest Botanicals Item#: 209617-34, Item# 209617-31 Wood Betony Herb C/S Organic Stackys Officinalis Origin: Croatia Daily serving size: Pour 8-12 oz of boiling water (212F) over 1 tsp. of tea — recalled per FDA on 4/2/2021. Reason: Presence of E. coli species.

Issuing agency
FDA
Issued
Apr 2, 2021
Brand
Starwest Botanicals, Inc
Distribution
1 states

What to do right now

  1. 1

    Stop using it

    Take it out of rotation. Don't consume, wear, or operate.

  2. 2

    Verify the match

    Compare lot numbers, UPCs, and dates against your product.

  3. 3

    Return or dispose

    Follow the manufacturer's instructions to refund or safely dispose.

  4. 4

    Clean prep surfaces

    Wash any utensils, cutting boards, or containers that touched the product with hot soapy water.

Verified source

U.S. Food and Drug Administration

Summary of the official FDA notice issued April 2, 2021. Last synced Apr 27, 2026. View on fda.gov

What's recalled

Starwest Botanicals Item#: 209617-34, Item# 209617-31 Wood Betony Herb C/S Organic Stackys Officinalis Origin: Croatia Daily serving size: Pour 8-12 oz of boiling water (212F) over 1 tsp. of tea. Steep 3-4 minutes. Net. weight: 4 oz. (113.4g) Lot#: P92769, Net weight: 1 lb (453.6) Lot# P92770 7 67963 12755 6, 7 67963 08172 8 Starwest Botanicals, Inc. 161 Main Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95838 USA www.starwest-botanicals.com Certified Organic by QAI, Inc.

Why it was recalled

Presence of E. coli species

e coli
Affected products & lot numbers
4 lots called out

Affected Lot Numbers

Check your product label — do not use if your lot number appears below.

Lot Number
Lot # P92769 - 4 oz.
#P92770
#P88572
#P91984 - 1 lb.
Where was it sold
1 state

Nationwide

nationwide
View official FDA notice

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Starwest Botanicals, Inc recall still active?

Yes, this recall is currently active as of April 2, 2021. Do not use or consume the affected product.

What lot numbers are affected?

Affected lot numbers: Lot # P92769 - 4 oz., #P92770, #P88572, #P91984 - 1 lb.. Check the label on your product.

What should I do if I have the recalled Starwest Botanicals, Inc?

Do not consume or use this product. Return it to the store for a full refund, or dispose of it safely.