Cinnamon Recall: Check Your Spice Rack for This Brand After Lead Found in Testing
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A jar of ground cinnamon sitting in your spice rack right now could be part of a new recall over lead contamination.
Galil Importing Corp, based in Hauppauge, New York, is recalling its Lior brand Cinnamon Ground Seasoning after a sample tested by the Maryland Department of Health came back positive for elevated lead levels.
Lior brand Cinnamon Ground Seasoning is recalled over elevated lead levels.
What Was Recalled
The recall covers Lior Cinnamon Ground Seasoning sold in 90 gram clear plastic containers, either individually or in cases of six.
Look for UPC 794711005484 and lot code GAP11304, printed on the side of the container. The product was distributed to grocery stores, delis, and supermarkets in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Texas, Florida, and Illinois between November 2025 and early September 2026.
Why It Matters
Lead doesn’t cause an immediate, obvious reaction the way a foodborne illness might. Instead, it builds up in the body over time with repeated exposure, which is what makes contaminated spices especially concerning. Ground spices like cinnamon get used in small amounts, often, over long periods, which is exactly the pattern that lets lead accumulate.
Children are especially vulnerable to lead exposure because it can affect brain development, and even low levels have been linked to learning and behavior problems. Pregnant women are also at higher risk, since lead can cross to a developing baby.
No illnesses have been reported so far in connection with this specific recall.
Check any Lior cinnamon in your spice rack for lot code GAP11304.
What to Do If You Have It
Check any Lior brand ground cinnamon in your kitchen for UPC 794711005484 and lot code GAP11304.
If it matches, stop using it right away. Throw it away, or return it to the store where you bought it for a refund.
If you’re concerned about lead exposure, especially for a young child who may have eaten food seasoned with this product regularly, talk to a pediatrician about whether a blood lead test makes sense.
You can contact Galil Importing Corp directly at 1-516-496-7400, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern time.
How to Verify This Recall
Read the FDA’s official notice on FDA.gov.
For more on how to spot risky pantry items, see our recent write-up on the Wholesome Pantry apple sauce recall over elevated levels of a different contaminant.
FAQ
How do I know if my cinnamon is affected?
Check for the Lior brand name, UPC 794711005484, and lot code GAP11304 on the container. Only this specific lot is recalled.
Is a small amount of lead actually dangerous?
Lead exposure adds up over time. A single exposure is less concerning than repeated use of a contaminated product, which is why the FDA recommends stopping use immediately rather than “finishing the jar.”
Should my child get tested for lead exposure?
If your child regularly ate food seasoned with this specific lot of cinnamon, ask your pediatrician whether a blood lead test is appropriate. It’s a simple, common test.
Were any illnesses reported?
No illnesses have been reported so far, according to the FDA notice. This recall was triggered by routine state testing, not consumer complaints.
What should I do with the cinnamon?
Don’t cook with it. Throw it away or return it to the retailer for a refund.
