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FDA Warns: Lead Contamination in Ground Cinnamon
31 Oct
Summary
- Ground cinnamon sold in 14 states recalled due to lead concerns.
- The product was distributed between September 8, 2025, and June 28, 2026.
- Consumers should discard or return the affected cinnamon for a refund.
Consumers are advised to check their pantry for Wise Wife Brand Ground Cinnamon, as SLR Food Distribution Inc. has initiated a recall due to potential lead contamination. The recall affects products distributed to retail and grocery stores in 14 states, including Connecticut, Indiana, Kansas, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, North Carolina, Nebraska, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, and Wisconsin.
The affected ground cinnamon was sold between September 8, 2025, and June 28, 2026. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) identified the issue after elevated lead levels were found in the product. The specific item is packaged in a clear plastic container with a black cap and features a best-by date of April 25, 2027, with a UPC of 0688474302754.
The FDA has stated that no illnesses have been linked to this recall thus far. Consumers who have purchased the implicated cinnamon are strongly encouraged to either discard the product or return it to the point of purchase for a full refund. SLR Food Distribution Inc. can be contacted for further information regarding the recall.
