Karmactive Staff
Nearly 6,000 packages of Herbalife Relaxation Tea have been pulled from shelves after the company discovered it used the wrong ingredient during manufacturing. The recall affects people who bought the tea online in the United States, Mexico, and Ecuador.
The problem started when Herbalife received an incorrect ingredient from one of its suppliers. The company then used this wrong ingredient to make the Relaxation Tea without realizing the mistake. This type of error shows how important it is for companies to carefully check what they receive from suppliers before using it in their products.
The Food and Drug Administration classified this recall as Class II on August 6, 2025. This means the tea could cause temporary health problems that can be fixed with medical help. The chances of serious harm are low, but the FDA still wants people to stop using the product right away.
To check if you have the recalled tea, look for these specific details on your package. The lot code should read D925507J02, and the expiration date should be 04/11/2027. The product comes in a 1.69-ounce package weighing 48 grams. You can also check the UPC code, which should be L044KUS0A-00.
The recall covers 5,888 units total. All of these were sold through online channels, which means customers in three different countries could be affected. This cross-border situation makes the recall more complicated because different countries have different rules about food safety.
Neither Herbalife nor the FDA has said exactly which ingredient was wrong. This leaves customers wondering what they might have been drinking. The company advertises that its Relaxation Tea contains natural herbs like lemon balm, passionflower, lavender, and chamomile. But without knowing which ingredient was incorrect, people can’t be sure what they actually consumed.
The recall started on July 21, though some reports mention July 18 as the initial date. The FDA made its official Class II classification on August 6, which is when the recall became more widely known. Companies sometimes start recalls quietly before getting official FDA classifications.
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This situation highlights common problems in the supplement and tea industry. When companies work with multiple suppliers, ingredients can get mixed up during shipping or storage. Good manufacturing practices require companies to test ingredients before using them, but mistakes still happen.
People who have this tea should stop using it and check their package against the lot code and expiration date listed above. If you have the recalled product, contact Herbalife customer service for instructions on what to do next.
The FDA’s recall database shows updates on this case, but the agency didn’t issue a formal press release. This is normal for some recalls, especially when companies voluntarily pull products before serious health problems occur.
For customers in Mexico and Ecuador, the same safety steps apply. Check your package details and contact Herbalife if you have the affected product. Local health authorities in these countries may also provide guidance about the recall.
This recall shows how supplier mistakes can affect consumer products. The tea industry has faced various safety concerns, with companies working to maintain quality control throughout their manufacturing processes.
If you’re unsure whether your tea is part of the recall, contact Herbalife directly or check the FDA’s recall listings online for the most current information.
