CFIA Undeclared Sulphites in Dried Tea - 2014-2015

The main objective of this survey was to obtain baseline information regarding the presence and levels of undeclared sulphites in dried tea products including specialty, flavoured and regular teas. Of the 473 samples tested, 0.6% (3) were found to contain sulphites. All positive results were detected in herbal tea products. None of the products sampled were found to present a health risk.