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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IRecall closedF-0775-2024/FDA enforcement
The Wiedemann Company LLC·Food·Nov 8, 2023

Tapee Tea Packaged in Paper Packets - 5 Packets Per Bag

What you need to know

Class I

  • What happened

    Samples confirm presence of dexamethasone and piroxicam

  • Health risk

    The product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death. A safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

  • Action required

    Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice.

Recall closed · classified by the FDAOH, FLMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameThe Wiedemann Company LLC
Recalling firmThe Wiedemann Company LLCLouisville, KY, United States
UPC / barcodes
4 020065 82001 2
Lot / date codes
  • Lot No. 40-2-00658-2-0012 Best By 10/08/2025
Distribution area
OHFL

Product was distributed to at least OH, FL and possibly other states. Waiting on complete Consignee List.

United States

Quantity affected3600 packs
Recall initiationFDA report date: January 31, 2024
FDA recall numberF-0775-2024

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

The Wiedemann Company LLC initiated this food recall on November 8, 2023. The FDA enforcement report states: Samples confirm presence of dexamethasone and piroxicam. The FDA report lists distribution as: Product was distributed to at least OH, FL and possibly other states. Waiting on complete Consignee List.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Samples confirm presence of dexamethasone and piroxicam

Tapee Tea Packaged in Paper Packets - 5 Packets Per Bag was made or distributed by The Wiedemann Company LLC in Louisville, KY, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0775-2024, dated January 31, 2024.

Why this is a Class I recall

Class I means the product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death. In this recall, a safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

FDA definition

The product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death.

What to do now

  1. 1

    Stop using it

    Do not eat, drink or take the affected product.

  2. 2

    Check the codes

    Compare the UPC and lot code against the table above.

  3. 3

    Return or discard

    Contact the retailer or recalling firm about a refund, and dispose of the product safely.

Consumer safety guide

Product safety recall

Symptoms to watch for

The official enforcement report describes the specific risk. Follow the recall notice, check the product codes and do not use a product that may be affected.

Higher-risk groups

Children, pregnant people, older adults and people with weakened immune systems should take extra care when a product's safety is uncertain.

What to do now

  1. 1Stop using or eating the product and keep it away from children and pets.
  2. 2Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return.
  3. 3Seek medical advice if anyone develops severe or worrying symptoms after exposure.

Read the official source record for the specific hazard and instructions.

This is general consumer safety information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Follow the official recall notice and contact a healthcare professional if you have concerns about exposure or symptoms.

Frequently asked

Questions about this recall

What is the Tapee Tea Packaged in Paper Packets - 5 Packets Per Bag recall?

The Wiedemann Company LLC recalled Tapee Tea Packaged in Paper Packets - 5 Packets Per Bag in an FDA Class I enforcement action reported as F-0775-2024. Samples confirm presence of dexamethasone and piroxicam

What should I do if I bought this product?

Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice. Stop using or eating the product and keep it away from children and pets. Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return. Seek medical advice if anyone develops severe or worrying symptoms after exposure.

Is the The Wiedemann Company LLC recall still active?

The FDA lists this recall as recall closed. It remains relevant if you still have the affected product or need to identify a historical recall.

Where can I verify this recall?

This page is normalized from the openFDA enforcement record F-0775-2024. You can verify it directly using the official source link on this page. VerifyRecall updates its index from public FDA enforcement data and does not replace advice from the FDA, the recalling firm or a healthcare professional.

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Record last synced from official openFDA enforcement data on November 14, 2026. Source record: official FDA notice.