Cinnamon Recall Sparks Warning in 6 States Amid Lead Contamination Concerns
Lior Cinnamon Ground Seasoning is being recalled due to fears the product may be contaminated with elevated levels of lead.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued an alert on Thursday warning of contaminated cinnamon leading to a recall in six states. Galil Importing Corp recalled Lior brand Cinnamon Ground Seasoning due to elevated lead levels, as detected in a Maryland Department of Health (MDH) analysis. The affected seasoning, a 90-gram clear plastic container, carried a UPC number of 794711005484 and lot code GAP11304.
It was distributed between November 18 and September 7 to various retail locations. The recall impacts New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Florida, Texas, and Illinois. No illnesses have been reported. The FDA suggests people discontinue consumption, discard or return the product for a full refund. Recent recalls highlight the importance of trusting official sources over social media for food safety information.
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