Me Tea

Spreading goodness,
one cup at a time!

We are fiercely committed to being an organic, fairtrade and earth friendly company, but all of this starts with being good to those who provide us with all those good herbs and teas.

Good tea needs good people..Producing tea isn't a breeze; it's a serious job. You've got people out there plucking, weeding, pruning, and composting, not to mention the crew in the factories processing the tea. Also, the tea plucking process in Sri Lanka is mostly led by women, who are often not highlighted for the goodness they bring to your cup. This is why we engage with them and care for our tea communities, with a variety of welfare activities

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Why are we Fairtrade?

Grabbing some fairtrade tea isn't just about having a cozy cuppa; it's about doing some real good for the people who grow and pick those leaves and their communities. fairtrade means these folks get fair pay, rights, and a shot at a better life.

When you pick up some fairtrade tea, you're not just paying for the tea itself; you're also pitching in for a fairtrade bonus. That extra cash goes towards farmer and worker funding projects to improve education, healthcare, and housing in their communities.

And it's not just about the money; fairtrade also helps improve working conditions and teaches sustainable farming methods, which is a win for the environment too. Plus, it ensures kids get fed and schooled, which sets communities on the path out of poverty.

On top of all that, fairtrade means communities can invest in stuff like clean water and clinics, boosting everyone's health and happiness.

What does the Rain forest certification mean?

So, when you see that little Rainforest Alliance seal on a product or business, it's like a stamp of approval saying they've met some pretty important standards for being eco-friendly, socially conscious, and economically sustainable. The Rainforest Alliance, a non-profit all about saving nature and helping communities thrive, sets these standards. To snag that certification, producers and businesses have to show they're doing things like protecting eco-systems, looking out for wildlife, treating workers and communities fairly, and managing things responsibly. So, when you buy stuff with that Rainforest Alliance Certified seal, you're basically voting for a greener, fairer world.

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Why do most of the products have the organic and Fairtrade certifications, and not the Rainforest Alliance certification?
Why does only the 100% black tea and green tea have all 3 certifications?We partner up with suppliers who provide Fairtrade-certified herbs, organic-certified herbs, and Rainforest Alliance-certified herbs. Most of the time, suppliers can offer Fairtrade and organic-certified teas or, alternatively, Rainforest Alliance and organic-certified teas. While we can score all three certifications for the teas, it is practically harder to source herbs with all three certifications. That's why our 100% pure black tea and green tea have all three certifications, while the rest have only two.

GOOD PACKAGING

Why plant based tea bags?

Why don’t we use staples in our bags?

Are our tea bags plastic free?

What is FSC certified packaging material?

What parts of our packaging can be recycled?

Why are MeTea tea bags wrapped in envelopes i.e. individual sachets?

What are we doing to meet our aim of carbon neutral by 2025?

So, you know those tea bags you use for your daily cuppa? Well, imagine if they were made from stuff like hemp, corn silk, or even banana plant fibers instead of regular old paper or plastic. Pretty cool, right? These are what we call plant-based tea bags. They're all about being eco-friendly because they can break down and compost, unlike those synthetic ones. So, not only are you sipping on your favorite brew, but you're also doing your bit for the planet. Win-win!

What goes into our stuff

PILLOW TEA BAGS

Completely free of polypropylene.
Sealed with polylactic acid (PLA) a bio-material from non-GM plant material
Biodegradable
Unbleached

Good to know

FSSC22000

Stands for Food Safety System Certification 22000. It is a comprehensive food safety management system certification scheme recognised by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI). FSSC22000 incorporates ISO 22000 (Food Safety Management Systems requirements) and additional requirements specifically tailored to the food industry. This certification demonstrates acompany's adherence to internationally recognised food safety standards, ensuring the production of safe and high-quality food products.

HACCP

HACCP stands for Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points. It is a systematic approach to food safety that identifies, evaluates, and controls hazards throughout the food production process. HACCP focuses on preventing, reducing, or eliminating potential biological, chemical, and physical hazards that could pose risks to food safety.

GMP

Stands for Good Manufacturing Practice. It is a set of guidelines and regulations established to ensure that products are consistently produced and controlled according to quality standards appropriate for their intended use and as required by regulatory agencies. GMP covers all aspects of production, including premises, equipment, personnel, and processes.

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