ClaimBigelow labeled several teas 'Manufactured in the USA' even though the tea leaves are grown and partly processed abroad; a jury found for buyers in 2025. Californians who bought qualifying boxes in stores from October 2017 to July 2023 can claim 50 cents per box.
Key facts
- Payout
- Up to $20 per household
- Deadline
- Feb 8, 2027
- Proof
- Proof helps
- Who
- CA only
- Fund
- $6,500,000 (about $2,548,187 for class payments)
- Case
- Banks, et al. v. R.C. Bigelow, Inc.
- Court
- U.S. District Court, C.D. California (2:20-cv-06208-SVW-RAO)
- Administrator
- JND Legal Administration
- Final hearing
- May 17, 2027
- Official site
- Open in the Claim app
- Verified
- Nov 7, 2026
$0.50 per box. Without receipt: up to 20 boxes ($10 cap). With proof: up to 40 boxes ($20 cap). Adjusted pro rata; Claim Depot says payments may rise (up to $20 no-proof / $40 with proof) if claims are low.
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- Bought an 18- or 20-count box of one of nine qualifying Bigelow teas labeled 'Manufactured in the USA 100% American Family Owned'
- Bought at a California retail store (not online)
- Purchase between October 17, 2017 and July 31, 2023
How to file a claim
- Get the Claim app and open the Bigelow Tea 'Manufactured in the USA' settlement.
- Tap Claim to open the official claim form.
- Add receipts or records if you have them to raise your payment.
- Choose how you want to be paid and submit before Feb 8, 2027.
- Save the confirmation number. Claim keeps it with your filed claims so you can check your payment later.
Is the Bigelow Tea 'Manufactured in the USA' settlement legit?
Yes. It's a court-supervised class action settlement in Banks, et al. v. R.C. Bigelow, Inc., U.S. District Court, C.D. California (2:20-cv-06208-SVW-RAO). Claims go through JND Legal Administration on the official settlement website. A real settlement never asks for a fee, your bank password or your full Social Security number by text or email.
When will payments be sent?
The final approval hearing is May 17, 2027. Payments usually go out 3 to 12 months after the court gives final approval, once any appeals end. The administrator pays you directly, often by check, PayPal, Venmo or digital card.
FAQ
Is the Bigelow Tea 'Manufactured in the USA' settlement legit?
Yes. It's a court-supervised settlement (Banks, et al. v. R.C. Bigelow, Inc., U.S. District Court, C.D. California (2:20-cv-06208-SVW-RAO)). Claims are handled by JND Legal Administration on the official settlement website. A real settlement never asks you for a fee to file.
What is the deadline for the Bigelow Tea 'Manufactured in the USA' settlement?
Claims must be submitted by Feb 8, 2027.
How much is the Bigelow Tea 'Manufactured in the USA' payout?
$0.50 per box. Without receipt: up to 20 boxes ($10 cap). With proof: up to 40 boxes ($20 cap). Adjusted pro rata; Claim Depot says payments may rise (up to $20 no-proof / $40 with proof) if claims are low.
Do I need proof to file the Bigelow Tea 'Manufactured in the USA' claim?
Not for the basic payment. Documents can raise your payout.
When will Bigelow Tea 'Manufactured in the USA' payments be sent?
The final approval hearing is May 17, 2027. Payments usually go out 3 to 12 months after final approval, once any appeals are resolved.
Claim is an independent app and isn't affiliated with this case, the court, the administrator or R.C. Bigelow. Details come from the official settlement website and court records. Always read the official notice before you file.
