RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-1857-2018/FDA enforcement
Tipu's Chai·Food·Aug 17, 2018

Sweetened Masala Chai, NET Wt.7.5 OZ

What you need to know

Class II
  • What happened

    Undeclared milk. Sweetened Masala Chai boxes contain five single serve sachet packets of Chai Tea Latte, which declares milk, but Sweetened Masala Chai boxes do not declare milk.

  • Health risk

    The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. An allergen that is present but missing or incorrect on the label can cause a serious reaction in allergic consumers.

  • Action required

    Do not eat the product if you or someone in your household has a diagnosed allergy. Check the codes below, return it to the retailer for a refund, or dispose of it safely. Seek urgent care for signs of a severe allergic reaction.

Recall closed · classified by the FDAIN, CAMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameTipu's Chai
Recalling firmTipu's ChaiPolson, MT, United States
UPC / barcodes
7 19196 20035 37 19196 20073 5
Lot / date codes
  • Lot Code on 7.5 oz. BOXES: 18093 Enjoy By Date on 7.5 oz. BOXES: 10/3/19
Distribution area
INCA

Distributed in CA

United States

Quantity affected60 Retail Box Units
Recall initiationFDA report date: September 5, 2018
FDA recall numberF-1857-2018

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Tipu's Chai initiated this food recall on August 17, 2018. The FDA enforcement report states: Product is recalled due to undeclared milk. Sweetened Masala Chai boxes contain five single serve sachet packets of Chai Tea Latte, which declares milk, but Sweetened Masala Chai boxes do not declare milk. The FDA report lists distribution as: Distributed in CA.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Product is recalled due to undeclared milk. Sweetened Masala Chai boxes contain five single serve sachet packets of Chai Tea Latte, which declares milk, but Sweetened Masala Chai boxes do not declare milk.

Sweetened Masala Chai, NET Wt.7.5 OZ was made or distributed by Tipu's Chai in Polson, MT, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1857-2018, dated September 5, 2018.

Why this is a Class II recall

Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. In this recall, an allergen that is present but missing or incorrect on the label can cause a serious reaction in allergic consumers.

FDA definition

The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote.

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

Undeclared milk

Symptoms to watch for

Hives, swelling, wheezing, vomiting or anaphylaxis can occur in people with a milk allergy.

When symptoms may appear

Reactions can begin within minutes to a few hours after eating the product.

Higher-risk groups

People with a diagnosed cow's milk allergy, especially children and anyone with a history of anaphylaxis.

What to do now

  1. 1Do not eat the product if you have a milk allergy.
  2. 2Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty, throat swelling or other signs of anaphylaxis.
  3. 3Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

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 Sweetened Masala Chai, NET Wt.7.5 OZ recall?

Tipu's Chai recalled Sweetened Masala Chai, NET Wt.7.5 OZ in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-1857-2018. Undeclared milk. Sweetened Masala Chai boxes contain five single serve sachet packets of Chai Tea Latte, which declares milk, but Sweetened Masala Chai boxes do not declare milk.

What are the symptoms of Undeclared milk exposure?

Hives, swelling, wheezing, vomiting or anaphylaxis can occur in people with a milk allergy.

How quickly can Undeclared milk symptoms appear?

Reactions can begin within minutes to a few hours after eating the product.

Who is most at risk from Undeclared milk?

People with a diagnosed cow's milk allergy, especially children and anyone with a history of anaphylaxis.

What should I do if I bought this product?

Do not eat the product if you or someone in your household has a diagnosed allergy. Check the codes below, return it to the retailer for a refund, or dispose of it safely. Seek urgent care for signs of a severe allergic reaction. Do not eat the product if you have a milk allergy. Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty, throat swelling or other signs of anaphylaxis. Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

How do I get a refund from Tipu's Chai?

Contact the recalling company or the retailer where you purchased the product, quote the FDA recall number and ask about a refund or replacement. Keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase where possible. The FDA does not issue consumer refunds. Reference FDA recall F-1857-2018 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the Tipu's Chai 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-1857-2018. 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.