Authentic ESSIAC® or a Counterfeit?
| Authentic ESSIAC® | Counterfeit ESSIAC |
| Label must contain the registered trademark |
Label does not contain the registered trademark |
| Label must show the Canadian flag |
Label does not show the Canadian flag |
| ESSIAC is spelled "ESSIAC" |
Spelled as "ESSIAK","ESIAK", "ESSAIC" or other |
| Label must show Rene Caisse's authorized picture on front of the product |
Label does not show Rene Caisse's picture |
| Label must show Rene Caisse's authorized signature |
Label does not show Rene Caisse's signature |
| Contains 4 herbs | Contains 6 or 8 herbs |
| Contains Sheep Sorrel Leaves | Contains Sheep Sorrel Root |
| Contains Indian Rhubarb Root | Contains Turkey Rhubarb |
| Sold in bottles and boxes | Sold in plastic bags |
| Label indicates ingredients, expiry date and lot number |
Label does not indicate ingredients, expiry date or lot number |
