US health authorities are urging the public to discard several types of ground cinnamon due to elevated lead levels. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued its third alert this year, identifying at least 10 brands sold at popular outlets like Dollar Tree, Patel Brothers, and Eurogrocery. No illnesses have been linked to these products yet, but consumers are advised against purchasing them.
The affected brands include El Chilar, Marcum, SWAD, Supreme Tradition, Compania Indillor Orientale, ALB Flavor, Shahzada, Spice Class, and La Frontera. This follows earlier alerts for El Servidor. Tests revealed lead concentrations ranging from slightly over 2 parts per million to 20 parts per million in these cinnamon products. Although the levels are lower than in previous cases of contaminated products, any lead presence remains a concern.
There is no FDA limit for heavy metals in spices, though the agency restricts lead in candy to 1 part per million. The American Spice Trade Association recommends no more than 2 parts per million in bark spices like cinnamon. Lead contamination often derives from natural sources such as soil and water, but can also result from manufacturing processes or even intentional adulteration to enhance color or weight. (This story was generated by Newser's AI chatbot. Source: the AP)
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