What does the cryptic crossword clue "Range of tea now stocked (5)" mean?

The definition is "Range". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). CHA (abbreviation="tea") + IN (synonym="now") = CHAIN; definition: "Range" The answer is CHAIN.

Range of tea now stocked (5)

Guardian Cryptic #29411 | 1 Across | 2024-06-17 flower

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