RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-0565-2016/FDA enforcement
Hain Celestial Group·Food·Jan 15, 2016

Celestial Seasonings Roastaroma Herbal Tea

What you need to know

Class II
  • What happened

    Hain Celestial Seasoning is recalling Celestial Seasonings Roastaroma Herbal Tea due to conflicting labeling (some packages state "Gluten Free", although it contains barley.)

  • Health risk

    The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. A safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

  • Action required

    Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice.

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameHain Celestial Group
Recalling firmHain Celestial GroupBoulder, CO, United States
UPC / barcodes
0 70734 05013 8
Lot / date codes
  • Best Before 02DEC17 Retail UPC # 070734-050138
Distribution area
Nationwide

Nationwide to CA, CO, CT, GA, IA, IN, KY, MN, NC, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OR, PA, SC, TX, WA, WI No foreign/VA/govt/military

United States

Quantity affected4, 180 cases/ 25, 080 were shipped to customers
Recall initiationFDA report date: February 17, 2016
FDA recall numberF-0565-2016

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Hain Celestial Group initiated this food recall on January 15, 2016. The FDA enforcement report states: Hain Celestial Seasoning is recalling Celestial Seasonings Roastaroma Herbal Tea due to conflicting labeling (some packages state "Gluten Free", although it contains barley.). The FDA report lists distribution as: Nationwide to CA, CO, CT, GA, IA, IN, KY, MN, NC, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OR, PA, SC, TX, WA, WI No foreign/VA/govt/military.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Hain Celestial Seasoning is recalling Celestial Seasonings Roastaroma Herbal Tea due to conflicting labeling (some packages state "Gluten Free", although it contains barley.)

Celestial Seasonings Roastaroma Herbal Tea was made or distributed by Hain Celestial Group in Boulder, CO, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0565-2016, dated February 17, 2016.

Why this is a Class II recall

Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. In this recall, a safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

FDA definition

The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote.

What to do now

  1. 1

    Stop using it

    Do not eat, drink or take the affected product.

  2. 2

    Check the codes

    Compare the UPC and lot code against the table above.

  3. 3

    Return or discard

    Contact the retailer or recalling firm about a refund, and dispose of the product safely.

Consumer safety guide

Undeclared wheat or gluten

Symptoms to watch for

Wheat allergy can cause hives, nausea, cramps, breathing difficulty or anaphylaxis. For celiac disease, even small amounts of gluten can cause intestinal damage.

When symptoms may appear

Allergic reactions can begin within minutes to hours. Celiac-related intestinal effects may be delayed.

Higher-risk groups

People with wheat allergy, celiac disease, non-celiac gluten sensitivity or a history of anaphylaxis.

What to do now

  1. 1Do not eat the product if you have a wheat allergy or must avoid gluten.
  2. 2Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty or other signs of a severe allergic reaction.
  3. 3Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

This is general consumer safety information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Follow the official recall notice and contact a healthcare professional if you have concerns about exposure or symptoms.

Frequently asked

Questions about this recall

What is the Celestial Seasonings Roastaroma Herbal Tea recall?

Hain Celestial Group recalled Celestial Seasonings Roastaroma Herbal Tea in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-0565-2016. Hain Celestial Seasoning is recalling Celestial Seasonings Roastaroma Herbal Tea due to conflicting labeling (some packages state "Gluten Free", although it contains barley.)

What are the symptoms of Undeclared wheat or gluten exposure?

Wheat allergy can cause hives, nausea, cramps, breathing difficulty or anaphylaxis. For celiac disease, even small amounts of gluten can cause intestinal damage.

How quickly can Undeclared wheat or gluten symptoms appear?

Allergic reactions can begin within minutes to hours. Celiac-related intestinal effects may be delayed.

Who is most at risk from Undeclared wheat or gluten?

People with wheat allergy, celiac disease, non-celiac gluten sensitivity or a history of anaphylaxis.

What should I do if I bought this product?

Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice. Do not eat the product if you have a wheat allergy or must avoid gluten. Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty or other signs of a severe allergic reaction. Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

How do I get a refund from Hain Celestial Group?

Contact the recalling company or the retailer where you purchased the product, quote the FDA recall number and ask about a refund or replacement. Keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase where possible. The FDA does not issue consumer refunds. Reference FDA recall F-0565-2016 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the Hain Celestial Group recall still active?

The FDA lists this recall as recall closed. It remains relevant if you still have the affected product or need to identify a historical recall.

Where can I verify this recall?

This page is normalized from the openFDA enforcement record F-0565-2016. You can verify it directly using the official source link on this page. VerifyRecall updates its index from public FDA enforcement data and does not replace advice from the FDA, the recalling firm or a healthcare professional.

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Record last synced from official openFDA enforcement data on November 14, 2026. Source record: official FDA notice.