Lior Cinnamon Recalled in Six States After Lead Found in a Store Sample
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If ground cinnamon from the Lior brand is sitting in your spice rack, it’s worth checking the label before your next recipe.
Galil Importing Corp is recalling Lior Cinnamon Ground Seasoning after a routine sample tested by the Maryland Department of Health came back with elevated levels of lead.
What Was Recalled
The recall covers Lior Cinnamon Ground Seasoning sold in 90 gram clear plastic containers, either individually or in cases of six. Check your container for UPC 794711005484 and lot code GAP11304.
The cinnamon was distributed to retail stores, grocery stores, delis, and supermarkets in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Texas, Florida, and Illinois. It was sold between November 18, 2025 and September 7, 2026, so it may still be sitting on some store shelves or in home spice cabinets.
Why Lead In Cinnamon Is a Serious Concern
This isn’t the first time ground cinnamon has turned up contaminated with lead. In late 2023, lead-tainted cinnamon in applesauce pouches sickened hundreds of children across the country, some seriously, and led to a wave of related recalls. That outbreak was traced to cinnamon that investigators believe may have been intentionally adulterated to increase its weight and color.
Lead doesn’t cause obvious symptoms right away. It builds up in the body over time, and even low levels of exposure can affect brain development in young children, cause learning and behavior problems, and contribute to high blood pressure and kidney problems in adults. There is no known safe level of lead exposure.
Galil Importing Corp says no illnesses have been reported in connection with this recall so far.
What To Do If You Have This Cinnamon
Stop using it right away.
Throw the container away, or return it to the store where you bought it for a refund. If you have questions, Galil Importing Corp can be reached at 1-516-496-7400, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern.
If you’re concerned about lead exposure, particularly for a young child who may have eaten food made with this cinnamon, talk to your pediatrician about a blood lead test.
How To Verify This Recall
The full recall notice is posted on the FDA’s website, where you can confirm the product details and check for updates.
If you keep an eye on other pantry recalls, our recent coverage of the Wholesome Pantry apple sauce recall and the Whole Foods cheese recall are both worth a look.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if my cinnamon is affected?
Look for UPC 794711005484 and lot code GAP11304 on your 90 gram Lior Cinnamon Ground Seasoning container. If those match, your product is part of the recall.
How much lead was found?
The recall notice doesn’t specify an exact lead level, only that a sample tested by the Maryland Department of Health showed elevated levels. If you want more detail, you can contact Galil Importing Corp directly.
Is this related to the 2023 cinnamon applesauce recalls?
Not directly. This is a separate recall from a different company. But it’s a reminder that ground cinnamon, especially imported cinnamon, has had recurring lead contamination problems in recent years.
What should I do if I think I’ve been exposed?
Talk to your doctor, especially if a young child in your household regularly ate food made with this cinnamon. A simple blood test can check lead levels.
