FDA Expands Cinnamon Recall Due to Lead Contamination

Ten brands of ground cinnamon found with unsafe lead levels, prompting consumer warnings and product recalls.

Overview

The FDA has issued its third alert this year for lead-contaminated ground cinnamon.
Products from brands like El Chilar, Marcum, and Supreme Tradition are affected.
Lead levels in the cinnamon range from 2 to 20 parts per million, exceeding safety recommendations.
Consumers are advised to discard the affected products and avoid purchasing them.
No illnesses have been reported, but long-term exposure to lead poses serious health risks.