Celestial Seasonings

Bengal Spice Herbal Tea

Barcode 070734053283

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Yes — Bengal Spice Herbal Tea is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial flavorings labeled as “natural spice and vanilla flavors with other natural flavors,” which are extracted, isolated formulations used to modify flavor, fitting NOVA’s definition of ultra-processed ingredients.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

cinnamon

A sweet-spicy bark spice with warm, woody notes often used in baking and savory dishes.
OK

roasted chicory

Roasted chicory root used as a coffee substitute or flavoring; a simple plant-based ingredient.
OK

roasted carob

Roasted carob pods used as a flavoring or chocolate substitute; a simple plant-based ingredient.
UPF

natural spice and vanilla flavors with other natural flavors

A blend of natural spice and vanilla flavorings with additional natural flavors; common flavoring additive.
OK

ginger

A pungent, aromatic rhizome used fresh or dried in cooking and beverages.
OK

cardamom

A small aromatic seed (or pod) used as a spice with a strong, sweet, floral and citrusy aroma.
OK

black pepper

A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
OK

cloves and nutmeg

A spice pairing consisting of whole or ground cloves and nutmeg used together in baking and cooking for warm, aromatic flavor.

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Common questions about Bengal Spice Herbal Tea

Is Bengal Spice Herbal Tea ultra-processed?

Yes — Bengal Spice Herbal Tea by Celestial Seasonings is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial flavorings labeled as “natural spice and vanilla flavors with other natural flavors,” which are extracted, isolated formulations used to modify flavor, fitting NOVA’s definition of ultra-processed ingredients.

Which ingredients in Bengal Spice Herbal Tea are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Bengal Spice Herbal Tea as an ultra-processed marker: natural spice and vanilla flavors with other natural flavors. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What does "ultra-processed" (UPF) mean?

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are industrial formulations made with ingredients and additives you wouldn't find in a home kitchen — such as emulsifiers, artificial flavourings, colourings and modified starches. The classification is based on the NOVA system used by researchers and dietitians worldwide.

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

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Product information comes from public databases and Nomi's own analysis, and may contain errors. Always check the packaging. Ultra-processed classification is based on the NOVA food processing system.