Lead Found in More Ground Cinnamon Products, FDA Takes Action

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in White Oak, Md., on June 5, 2023. Madalina Vasiliu/The Epoch Times

In a new safety warning about contaminated food products, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration identified six cinnamon products in the U.S. containing lead.

Last fall, the FDA recalled thousands of cinnamon applesauce products also contaminated with lead. As a result, the agency has implemented preventive measures to ensure such contaminations do not threaten the health and safety of people again.

Products to Discard

Cinnamon has a long shelf life, so it’s crucial to check your home supply if you typically purchase the affected brands. Refer to the dates or lot numbers to identify products potentially tainted with lead.

• La Fiesta: Lot code 25033
• Marcum: Best by Oct. 16, 2025, or April 6, 2025
• MK: No codes
• Swad: Lot code KX21223
• Supreme Tradition: Best by Sept. 29, 2025, April 17, 2025, Dec. 19, 2025, April 12, 2025, Aug. 24, 2025, April 21, 2025, or Sept. 9, 2022
• El Chilar: Lot numbers F275EX1026 or D300EX1024

These products are often found at retailers like La Superior SuperMercados, Save A Lot, SF Supermarket, Patel Brothers, Dollar Tree, Family Dollar, and La Joya Morelense. The FDA has recommended that the manufacturers of these cinnamon products voluntarily recall them.