The FDA has updated its ground cinnamon recall list again, and now products sold at Dollar Tree are included. This alert follows testing that revealed elevated levels of lead in several cinnamon brands, raising concerns about consumer safety. Lead exposure, even in small amounts over time, can be particularly harmful for children and pregnant people, making it essential for shoppers to pay attention.
Many households may have these products in their kitchens without realizing the risk. The FDA recommends checking your spice cabinets carefully and safely disposing of any recalled ground cinnamon. While these products are commonly used in cooking, baking and even beverages, prolonged exposure to lead could result in negative health effects over time.
What Products Are Affected
The recall includes multiple brands and retailers, with Dollar Tree’s Supreme Tradition ground cinnamon specifically flagged. Other affected products are sold at stores like Save A Lot, Patel Brothers and various Asian and specialty markets. The FDA alert provides best-by dates and batch codes to help consumers identify potentially unsafe products.
Contamination can occur during grinding or when cinnamon is sourced from regions with lead in the soil. Because ground cinnamon is frequently used in foods that children consume, it’s particularly important to take precautions. Although no illnesses have been reported from these products yet, the FDA stresses that avoiding them is the safest approach.
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How to Stay Safe
If you have any of the recalled ground cinnamon, discard it immediately. Do not use it in cooking, baking, or as a seasoning. Carefully check the product’s brand name, batch number, and best-by date against the FDA’s alert. Families who are concerned about possible exposure should consult a healthcare provider.
As a safer alternative, whole cinnamon sticks are recommended, as they are less likely to be contaminated during processing. Consumer testing has also shown that cinnamon from reputable brands such as 365 Whole Foods Market, Sadaf, Morton & Bassett, and Loisa Organic Cinnamon carries a lower risk of lead contamination.
The FDA continues to work with state partners to monitor ground cinnamon products and will issue further updates if additional products are found to contain unsafe levels of lead. Consumers are encouraged to remain vigilant, especially when purchasing spices from discount or specialty retailers.
By taking these precautions, shoppers can continue to enjoy cinnamon safely in recipes without compromising health. Checking your spice cabinet and being selective about which brands you buy is a simple step that can prevent long-term exposure to lead and protect the whole family.
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