SINGAPORE – A Taiwan milk-tea beverage that caused quite a stir when it was launched in Singapore last month has been recalled.
The Agri-Food & Veterinary Authority of Singapore (AVA) said in a statement today (Aug 23) that it worked with the importer of the Chun Cui He brand of milk tea to recall the product.
AVA was quick to note that the recalled product did not pose a food safety risk. The product was recalled because it contains L-theanine, which is not on the list of permitted food additive in Singapore.
However, AVA advises consumers who “have any health concerns” to consult their doctor or to “seek medical advice”.
Only “Just Drink – Milk Tea” has been recalled. The latte beverage from the same brand, which was launched together with the milk tea beverage, is not affected, AVA said.
Singaporeans went on a frenzied quest for the Chun Cui He milk tea and latte beverages after they were launched last month and promptly sold out.
The drinks, costing $2.80 each, made their debut at 7-Eleven stores here on July 13.
sinsh@sph.com.sg
