Stash Tea supports the position of the Tea Association of the USA in noting that tea continues to not only be one of the most consumed beverages in the world—second only to water—but also continues to be a safe and healthful beverage. Recent testing has shown 'no detectable presence' of lead, arsenic, cadmium or mercury in brewed tea.
Trace amounts of lead and other minerals are a part of nature and a byproduct of agriculture and industrialization. They are present in our soil and water. These minerals are inherent and unavoidable where food crops are grown and animals used for food are raised. Regulatory agencies, such as the Food and Drug Administration and other international and state agencies that oversee the safety of our foods, have clearly stated that these naturally occurring trace levels of minerals (such as lead) are safe to consume and do not pose a risk to human health.
The teas that Stash Tea produces are 100% safe to consume. We procure our teas and herbs from the highest quality sources around the world. Our suppliers must adhere to a strict Supplier Code of Conduct and sign our Supplier Agreement in order to achieve our "preferred vendor" status. If suppliers cannot supply critical and vital documentation that supports their practices and values, we do not do business with them.
We understand the desire to learn as much as possible about lead in consumable products. As we network with other leading tea companies and with our tea growers, we will continue to gather accurate and factual information to share with our customers.