Class I (most serious) Food H-0856-2026 Ongoing

FDA Class I recall: Wawa bottled iced tea has an undeclared milk allergen — a serious risk for those with milk allergy

Wawa Beverage Company ・Reported Jun 3, 2026

Wawa's bottled "Diet Iced Tea Lemon" (16oz) was recalled for an undeclared milk allergen. The FDA classified it Class I, the most serious. People with a milk allergy who trust the label could suffer a severe reaction.

Recall overview (primary data)

ClassificationClass I (most serious)
Product typeFood
Recalling firmWawa Beverage Company
ReasonUndeclared Milk Allergen,
DistributionThe product has been distributed to the following states: DE, MD, NJ, PA, VA
Recall initiated2026-04-02

Key points

Wawa bottled "Diet Iced Tea Lemon (16oz)" recalled for an undeclared milk allergen
FDA classified it Class I (H-0856-2026, reported June 3, 2026, ongoing)
Distributed in DE, MD, NJ, PA, VA; similar recalls cover other Wawa bottled drinks
People with milk allergy trusting the label could suffer a serious reaction
The FDA consistently treats undeclared food allergens as Class I

The U.S. FDA classified Wawa Beverage Company's bottled-drink recall as Class I — its most serious class — recall number H-0856-2026, reported June 3, 2026, status ongoing (firm-initiated).

The affected product is "Wawa Diet Iced Tea Lemon Pint (16oz)" (plastic bottle). The reason is an undeclared Milk allergen. The recall was initiated April 2, 2026; distribution is Delaware (DE), Maryland (MD), New Jersey (NJ), Pennsylvania (PA), and Virginia (VA). Similar recalls cover other Wawa bottled drinks (lemon tea, fruit punch, etc.), spanning the product line.

Why it matters: an undeclared allergen is hard to see but can be life-threatening. People with a milk allergy choose products by trusting that milk is absent from the ingredient label; if milk is in fact present (or possibly present) without being declared, they may consume it unknowingly and suffer a serious allergic reaction (including anaphylaxis). That is why the FDA consistently treats undeclared food allergens as Class I (most serious). Declaring major allergens — milk, peanut, wheat — is fundamental to food safety. Confirm affected lots and actions via official FDA information and the manufacturer's notice (this article is general organization, not medical advice).

Why it matters

An example of an undeclared-allergen risk — hard to see but potentially life-threatening. It highlights label management for food makers and helps consumers with milk allergy avoid affected products.

FAQ

Why is an "undeclared allergen" the most serious (Class I)?

People with allergies choose products by trusting the ingredient label. If an allergen that is actually present is not declared, they may consume it unknowingly and suffer a serious reaction (including anaphylaxis).

Is it only this one product?

Similar recalls cover other Wawa bottled drinks (lemon tea, fruit punch, etc.), so the product line is affected. Check official FDA information for details.

Sources (primary)

Source: openFDA (U.S. FDA, CC0 public domain). Data is provided as-is and must not be used for medical decisions. Verify the latest and exact details with the official FDA recall information. This site is not endorsed or certified by the U.S. FDA.

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