Karmactive Staff
A brand of ground cinnamon sold across six states has been recalled because of elevated lead levels found in testing. If you have Lior Cinnamon Ground Seasoning in 90 g containers in your kitchen, check the lot number on the bottom of the container. The recalled lot is GAP11304.
What was found and when
The FDA posted the recall notice on September 24, 2026. The company involved is Galil Importing Corp. Testing by the Maryland Department of Health found elevated lead levels in Lior Cinnamon Ground Seasoning, a 90 g container with UPC 794711005484 and lot code GAP11304. The product was distributed in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Texas, Florida, and Illinois.
The distribution period stretched from November 2025 through September 2026. No illnesses had been reported to the FDA at the time the recall was posted.
What lead in a spice actually means
Unlike bacterial contamination, lead in ground cinnamon cannot be detected by taste, smell, or visual inspection. A jar can look and smell completely normal and still contain elevated levels of the metal.
Lead is a heavy metal that accumulates in the body over time. In children, even low-level exposure can affect brain development and cause learning and behavioral problems. In adults, ongoing exposure is linked to high blood pressure, kidney damage, and cardiovascular disease.
If you have the recalled lot, stop using it immediately. Discard the contents or return the package to the store where you purchased it for a full refund. Parents of young children who may have consumed the product regularly should speak to their pediatrician. For wider food-safety context, Karmactive has covered another lead-related powder recall and the broader risk of lead-contaminated turmeric and spice adulteration.
FAQ
What ground cinnamon is being recalled?
The recalled product is Lior Cinnamon Ground Seasoning, sold in 90 g containers, UPC 794711005484, lot code GAP11304. It was distributed in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Texas, Florida, and Illinois between November 2025 and September 2026.
How do I check if my cinnamon is the recalled lot?
Look on the bottom or side of the 90 g container for the lot code. The affected code is GAP11304. The UPC on the package is 794711005484. If your jar matches both, stop using it.
Can you tell if cinnamon has lead in it just by looking at it?
No. Lead contamination in ground spices is invisible. It produces no change in color, smell, or texture. Lab testing is the only way to detect it, which is why routine regulatory sampling by the Maryland Department of Health — not a visible defect — led to this recall.
The FDA’s recall notice is available on the agency’s website. If additional lots or products are added to this action, this article will be updated.
