FDA Issues Alert for Lead-Tainted Ground Cinnamon from Six Brands
The FDA has expanded its investigation into lead contamination in cinnamon products, warning consumers to stop using ground cinnamon from six brands due to elevated levels of lead. This comes after an earlier recall of cinnamon-flavored applesauce pouches. The agency has advised manufacturers to recall these products and consumers to stop using them, as prolonged exposure may be unsafe. The concentrations of lead in the ground cinnamon products ranged from 2 to 3.4 parts per million, far lower than the levels found in the recalled applesauce pouches. The FDA is recommending recalls of ground cinnamon from six distributors and urges anyone who may have been exposed to elevated levels of lead to consult a healthcare provider.
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