Ground Cinnamon Recall: Dangerous Lead Levels Detected in Common Spices
Ground Cinnamon Recall: A Serious Health Concern
Recent research unveils alarming levels of lead in ground cinnamon, igniting serious health warnings for consumers. Following the recall of applesauce pouches that caused lead poisoning in over 500 children, the latest findings from Consumer Reports indicate that one-third of tested cinnamon and spice blends contain dangerously high lead levels. This report highlights concerns surrounding the safety of widely used spices.
Identified Brands to Avoid
After testing samples from 17 stores, including well-known grocery chains and international food vendors, the following 12 brands have been identified as unsafe:
- Badia Cinnamon Powder
- BaiLiFeng Five Spice Powder
- Bowl & Basket Ground Cinnamon
- Deep Cinnamon Powder
- EGN Cinnamon Powder
- Mimi's Products Ground Cinnamon
- Paras Cinnamon Powder
- Rani Brand Ground Cinnamon
- Spicy King Five Spices Powder
- Three Rivers Cinnamon Stick Powder
- Yu Yee Brand Five Spice Powder
- Zara Foods Cinnamon Powder
Consumers are urged to stop using these brands immediately to mitigate health risks associated with lead exposure.
This article was prepared using information from open sources in accordance with the principles of Ethical Policy. The editorial team is not responsible for absolute accuracy, as it relies on data from the sources referenced.