Why Pure - Lead & Heavy Metal Free - Green Tea is Your Healthiest Choice
In today's world, choosing the right tea goes beyond taste - it's about safeguarding your health. Many tea brands, even those labeled as organic, may still harbor harmful substances like heavy metals and pesticides. At Yu Tea, we prioritize purity, ensuring our teas are free from heavy metals, pesticides, and other contaminants. Below, we provide a detailed comparison to help you make an informed decision.
Our commitment to purity extends beyond just organic farming practices. Every batch of Yu Tea undergoes rigorous testing to meet our high standards, ensuring that what you enjoy is nothing less than the finest quality tea. From the moment our tea leaves are picked to the final sip, you can trust that Yu Tea delivers unparalleled freshness and taste, all while supporting your health and well-being.
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Why Heavy Metals Matter in Tea
When soil is contaminated with arsenic, cadmium, lead, and mercury, tea leaves absorb these heavy metals. The amounts found in Chinese matcha, shown in the test results below, are 'legal' according to the FDA. However, these toxic substances accumulate in your body. Do these inexpensive matcha products really help you build good health?
Is all Japanese green tea safe?
This is another crucial factor that affects your health - only less than 5% of tea production in Japan is organic. Many conventional Japanese green tea and matcha products are available in the U.S. market. Usually, packaging highlights the wonderful benefits of green tea, so customers may not realize the product is NOT organic, meaning it may contain pesticide residues. Many brands of Japanese green tea or matcha are conventional - you might be drinking "pesticide tea" if you’re not careful.
Lead is a physiological and neurological toxin that can affect almost every organ and system in the human body. Unfortunately, it is commonly found in green tea grown on contaminated land. According to Michael Greger M.D. FACLM, just 3 tsp. of Chinese matcha powder, for example, exceeds the daily safe limit of lead intake. He warns that choosing your tea source is very important; otherwise, the green tea you're drinking could be more toxic than beneficial.
At Yu Tea, organic certification is far more than just a label - it's a rigorous system that ensures strict adherence to organic farming standards and full traceability of every material used in the final product. For example, we can track a single stick of matcha back to the exact fertilizer component applied to the soil where the tea was grown, even five years ago.
Our organic certification is verified through in-person annual inspections conducted by the certifying agency. During these inspections, we undergo a comprehensive
compliance review, which includes:
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Document Audits – Inspectors review detailed records of every input used -
purchase amounts, dates, sources, storage conditions, and more - ensuring
full traceability from farm to final product. -
Field Inspections – Certifiers examine soil conditions, plant health, equipment
storage, and surrounding ecosystems to confirm compliance with organic
farming practices. - Traceability Demonstration – We must provide proof that any batch of matcha can be traced through our records, showing exactly where and how it was cultivated, processed, and handled.
Each of our suppliers - including their own suppliers - follows the same stringent
requirements, verifying the origin of their materials, documenting how they receive and store them, and ensuring compliance at every step. These strict regulations and
oversight apply to every segment of the supply chain.
The certifiers we work with are highly trained professionals dedicated to consumer
safety. Their professionalism and diligence uphold the highest organic standards, giving us complete confidence in the safety of our products and allowing us to recommend them with assurance. Here's how our matcha compares to other brands:
Heavy Metal Comparison Chart
| Heavy Metal | Chinese Matcha (mg/kg) | Yu Tea Matcha (mg/kg) | Detection Limit (mg/kg) | US Allowance (mg/kg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arsenic | 0.114 | N.D. | 0.1 | 2.0 |
| Lead | 0.898 | N.D. | 0.5 | 3.0 |
| Cadmium | 0.078 | N.D. | 0.02 | 0.5 |
| Mercury | 0.014 | N.D. | 0.01 | 0.5 |
(N.D.: Not Detected; LOD: Limit of Detection)
Choose the Cleanest Tea Brands
When selecting your tea, opt for brands like Yu Tea that prioritize purity and safety. Our teas are not only organic but also rigorously tested to ensure they are free from harmful heavy metals and pesticides. This commitment to quality ensures that every cup you drink supports your health rather than undermines it.
Cleanest Matcha Powder Available
For matcha enthusiasts, it's crucial to choose a brand that guarantees a product free from contaminants. Yu Tea's matcha is among the cleanest available, giving you peace of mind with every sip—and we take pride in that!
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Your Path to Pure Wellness
Your health is too important to compromise. Choose Yu Tea for a pure, clean, and nourishing tea experience, free from the worries of heavy metals and pesticides. Enjoy the perfect blend of taste and wellness with every cup.