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There’s an ongoing investigation on ground cinnamon products sold nationwide, according to the Food and Drug Administration.This is due to elevated lead levels found in popular brands.
Test results have shown a concerning amount of lead in ground and powdered cinnamon,leading to recalls. The most recent products that have been recalled due to excessive lead content are Super Brand, El Servidor Corp ground cinnamon, Gutierrez ground cinnamon and Asli cinnamon powder.
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The El Servidor Corp and Gutierrez branded cinnamon products were sold in New York retail stores from January 14, 2024, through August 19 in 1.5-ounce clear plastic bags. The Asli cinnamon powder recalled was sold in 7-ounce plastic bags in Minnesota, Indiana, Illinois, Montana and Ohio retail locations. The Asli cinnamon powder affected has a lot number “DDDLUS” and UPC “703440150723” printed on the packaging.
While there are no illnesses connected to these recent recalls, chronic lead exposure can have dangerous effects on the body. High levels of lead can be especially harmful for young children and can cause permanent damage to their nervous system, leading to developmental defects, learning disorders and other health problems.Signs of chronic lead exposure in adults can include kidney dysfunction, neurocognitive issues and hypertension.
For questions regarding this investigation, call your local FDA Consumer Complaint Coordinator for more information.
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EatingWell uses only high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. Read oureditorial processto learn more about how we fact-check and keep our content accurate, reliable and trustworthy.U.S. Food & Drug Administration.More ground cinnamon products added to FDA public health alert due to presence of elevated levels of lead.U.S. Food & Drug Administration.Asli Fine Foods recalls Asli cinnamon powder 7 oz. because of possible health risk.U.S. Food & Drug Administration.Gutierrez distributor expands recall of ground cinnamon because of possible health risk.U.S. Food & Drug Administration.Lead in food and foodwares.U.S. Food & Drug Administration.Consumer complaint coordinators.
EatingWell uses only high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. Read oureditorial processto learn more about how we fact-check and keep our content accurate, reliable and trustworthy.
U.S. Food & Drug Administration.More ground cinnamon products added to FDA public health alert due to presence of elevated levels of lead.U.S. Food & Drug Administration.Asli Fine Foods recalls Asli cinnamon powder 7 oz. because of possible health risk.U.S. Food & Drug Administration.Gutierrez distributor expands recall of ground cinnamon because of possible health risk.U.S. Food & Drug Administration.Lead in food and foodwares.U.S. Food & Drug Administration.Consumer complaint coordinators.
U.S. Food & Drug Administration.More ground cinnamon products added to FDA public health alert due to presence of elevated levels of lead.
U.S. Food & Drug Administration.Asli Fine Foods recalls Asli cinnamon powder 7 oz. because of possible health risk.
U.S. Food & Drug Administration.Gutierrez distributor expands recall of ground cinnamon because of possible health risk.
U.S. Food & Drug Administration.Lead in food and foodwares.
U.S. Food & Drug Administration.Consumer complaint coordinators.
