Recall: Ground Cinnamon Found to Contain Dangerous Lead Levels

Consumers are being urged to check their spice cabinets after the FDA expanded a recall of ground cinnamon due to elevated lead levels found in several popular brands.

Brands and Products Affected

The latest recall includes multiple cinnamon powders sold across the U.S., including:

• Jiva Organics organic cinnamon powder – sold at Taj Supermarket, best-by July 2025
• Super Brand dried cinnamon powder – sold at Asian Supermarket, Little Rock, Arkansas
• Asli cinnamon powder – sold at A&Y Global Market, Columbia, Missouri
• El Chilar canela molida – sold at El Torito Market
• Marcum ground cinnamon – sold at Save-A-Lot, best-by December 5, 2025
• SWAD cinnamon powder – sold at Patel Brothers, best-by October 2026

Brands and Products Affected – Continued

• Supreme Tradition ground cinnamon – sold at Dollar Tree, best-by October 6, 2025
• Compania Indillor Orientale (CIO) ground cinnamon – sold at Eurogrocery
• ALB Flavor cinnamon powder – sold at Eurogrocery, best-by August 3, 2025
• Shahzada cinnamon – sold in New York
• Spice Class ground cinnamon – sold in New York, best-by December 2026
• La Frontera canela molida – sold in New York

Even products past their best-by dates should be checked, as spices can remain in kitchens long after expiration.

Health Risks of Lead Exposure

Although no illnesses have been linked to this recall, chronic exposure to lead can be dangerous.

Children are particularly vulnerable; high lead levels can cause permanent nervous system damage, developmental delays, and learning disorders.

Adults exposed to lead over time may experience kidney problems, cognitive issues, and hypertension.

FDA Guidance for Consumers

The FDA recommends that anyone with the recalled products stop using them immediately.

Why Recalls Are Expanding

Lead contamination in spices can occur during harvesting, processing, or packaging.

The FDA continues to test products for safety, leading to these expanded recalls to protect consumers from long-term health risks.

Checking Your Kitchen

Consumers are urged to review the list and carefully inspect all ground cinnamon products in their homes.

Even small amounts of lead can accumulate over time and pose serious health risks to you and your family.

Staying Safe

For more information or concerns about exposure, the FDA advises consulting a healthcare provider.

Chronic lead exposure may not show immediate symptoms, but long-term health consequences can be severe.

This article is made and published by Camilla Jessen, which may have used AI in the preparation