Summary
The Federal Food Safety and Veterinary Office (FSVO) warns against the product Slinmy Herbal Tea Drink Original due to the detection of Danthron, a genotoxic and carcinogenic substance. The affected product has been removed from sale and a recall has been initiated. Consumers should not consume this product. The danger particularly affects Asian specialty shops in Switzerland.
Affected Product
- Product Name: Slinmy Herbal Tea Drink Original
- Lot Number: 6801
- Best Before Date: 02.04.2028
- Points of Sale: Various retail outlets, particularly Asian specialty shops
Topics
- Food Safety
- Product Recall
- Health Hazard
- Prohibited Substances in Food
Detailed Summary
The FSVO has issued a public warning regarding a herbal tea product. The substance Danthron was detected in the product "Slinmy Herbal Tea Drink Original", which is not permitted in food.
Danthron is a genotoxic and carcinogenic substance that can damage genetic material and cause cancer. There is no safe daily intake level for this substance. Due to these properties, danthron is strictly prohibited in food.
The affected product with lot number 6801 and best before date 02.04.2028 has already been removed from sale. A recall has been initiated. The product was particularly available in Asian specialty shops in Switzerland.
The FSVO urgently recommends all consumers not to consume the affected product. A health hazard cannot be ruled out.
Key Messages
- Danthron is genotoxic, carcinogenic, and prohibited in food
- No safe intake level for this substance is known
- Affected product: Slinmy Herbal Tea Drink Original (Lot 6801)
- Product was immediately removed from sale
- Consumers should not consume the product
Stakeholders & Those Affected
| Group | Impact |
|---|---|
| Consumers | Direct health hazard if product is consumed |
| Points of Sale (Asian Shops) | Product recall, possible reputational damage |
| Manufacturer (Slinmy) | Product recall, liability risks |
| FSVO | Responsibility for food safety and consumer protection |
Opportunities & Risks
| Opportunities | Risks |
|---|---|
| Early warning protects consumers | Already consumed products may cause health damage |
| Quick recall limits extent of harm | Long-term effects of danthron exposure possible |
| Strengthening consumers through information | Loss of trust in product safety |
Action Relevance
For Consumers:
- Immediate cessation of consumption of the affected product
- Check household stocks (Lot 6801, BBD 02.04.2028)
- Possible return to point of sale
For Points of Sale:
- Complete removal of product from shelves
- Customer information and take-back offer
- Documentation of recall
For Authorities:
- Monitoring of recall measures
- Review of further products from the manufacturer
- Communication with international authorities
Quality Assurance & Fact-Checking
- [x] Central statements verified (Official FSVO announcement)
- [x] Product name and lot number verified
- [x] Toxicological properties of danthron confirmed
- [x] Recall measures documented
Additional Research
- FSVO Database: Current product recalls and warnings – www.blv.admin.ch
- European Food Safety Authority (EFSA): Danthron assessment and limit values
- Swiss Media: Further reports on product recalls and food safety
References
Primary Source:
Federal Food Safety and Veterinary Office (FSVO) – Public Warning from January 14, 2026
https://www.news.admin.ch/de/newnsb/FES34xQI9iIGUTJcYOik8
Verification Status: ✓ Facts checked on January 14, 2026
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Editorial responsibility: clarus.news | Fact-checking: 14.01.2026