New Cinnamon Brands Added to Lead Contamination Alert, See Full List

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a wider public health alert following the detection of higher-than-normal levels of lead in other brands of ground cinnamon sold nationwide.

On October 10, 2025, the FDA released a new warning that included HAETAE-brand and Roshni-brand ground cinnamon, both of which were found to contain unsafe levels of lead. Two days prior, on October 8, the administration had placed Durra and Wise Wife brands on the increasingly long list of recalled products.

“Exposure to these products might be unsafe,” the agency said in its announcement, highlighting the health risks of chronic lead exposure.

Since summer 2024, the FDA has listed 16 ground cinnamon products for elevated lead levels, repeatedly adding to the list as new tests come in. In September 2025, Jiva Organic Ground Cinnamon also was added after test results showed it was contaminated. The agency reported that additional cinnamon samples are still being tested.

Brands Recently Added to the FDA Alert

• HAETAE Ground Cinnamon — No recall listed on the FDA’s website.
• Roshni Ground Cinnamon — No recall posted on the FDA site.
• Durra Ground Cinnamon — Recall made by Eureka Inc. USA.

Wise Wife Ground Cinnamon – Recall made by SLR Food Distribution, Inc. (The company made a voluntary recall in September 2025, officially added to the FDA notice in October).

The FDA says it has recommended voluntary recalls for all of the aforementioned products but HAETAE-brand cinnamon. The agency added that it has failed to reach Haitai Inc. USA to discuss its findings and implement a recall.

Other Brands Mentioned in the Ongoing Health Alert

Besides the recent additions, the FDA’s alert mentions 12 other cinnamon brands that were listed between 2024 and 2025 for high lead levels:

• La Frontera — No recall listed.
• Asli — Recall by Asli Fine Foods.
• El Chilar — Recall by El Chilar.
• Marcum — Recall by Colonna Brothers, Inc.
• SWAD — No recall listed.
• Supreme Tradition — Recall by Colonna Brothers, Inc.
• Super Brand — Recall by IHA Beverage.
• Jiva Organics — No recall listed.
• Compania Indillor Orientale — No recall listed.
• ALB Flavor — Recall by ALB-USA Enterprises.
• Shahzada — Recall by Advance Food International Inc.
• Spice Class — Recall by American Spices LLC.

What Consumers Should Do

The FDA recommends discarding any cinnamon products that are part of the health alert and not making further purchases of the exact brands.

If you bought the Wise Wife Ground Cinnamon, take it back where you bought it for a complete refund. For questions, consumers can call SLR Food Distribution at 516-437-3782.

Why Lead Exposure Is Hazardous

Although the FDA points out that short exposure to low levels of lead will not result in noticeable symptoms, repeated exposure will result in severe health issues.

Kids are specially vulnerable; extended exposure can result in learning and behavioral problems, delayed development, and irreversible neurological harm.

Adults can suffer from kidney damage, high blood pressure, memory loss, and other neurocognitive impairments.

Signs of Lead Poisoning

In Children:

• Delayed development
• Learning impairment
• Fatigue and irritability
• Abdominal cramps or vomiting
• Weight reduction and loss of appetite
• Hearing impairment or convulsions

In Adults:

• Increased blood pressure
• Muscle and joint pain
• Headache and mood shift
• Memory or concentration problems
• Decreased fertility or pregnancy issue

Final Note

The FDA continues to inspect and analyze cinnamon brands available across the country for contamination. Consumers are advised to remain educated using the FDA’s official website and heed all recall warnings to safeguard their health and families.