The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·H-0203-2026·Announced 2025-11-26

Cinnamon powder recalled over elevated levels of lead in the spice

Haitai is recalling 69 cases of Cinnamon Powder in 8 oz containers because of elevated levels of lead.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: Scored 3 under the risk-of-harm criterion: elevated lead in a food is a chemical hazard, and no illnesses are reported.

Plain-English summary

Cinnamon Powder, in 8 oz clear plastic containers, distributed by Haitai Inc., UPC 0 20914 81415 9, is being recalled because of elevated levels of lead.

The recall covers 69 cases with a best by date of 9 February 2025. The product was distributed to retail locations across the country. The FDA has classified the recall as Class II.

Lead has no safe exposure level, and repeated dietary exposure is the concern with a pantry spice. The enforcement record reports no illnesses.

Anyone holding a container with that best by date should stop using it and follow the retailer's instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Cinnamon Powder; 8oz clear plastic container. Distributed by Haitai Inc. UPC: 0 20914 81415 9
Manufacturer
Haitai, Inc.
Category
Food — Spice
Hazard
  • heavy-metal
  • lead
  • chemical-contamination

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (1)

  • Best By: 02/09/2025

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

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