New York City, New York — A ground cinnamon seasoning sold in six states is being recalled after testing found potentially elevated levels of lead in the product, prompting consumers to check their spice cabinets before using it.
Galil Importing Corp. is recalling Lior Cinnamon Ground Seasoning after a sample collected and analyzed by the Maryland Department of Health detected elevated levels of lead.
The recalled cinnamon was distributed to retail stores, grocery stores, delis and supermarkets in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Texas, Florida and Illinois between Nov. 18, 2025, and Sept. 7, 2026.
No illnesses have been reported in connection with the recalled product.
Check Your Cinnamon for the Recalled Lot Code
The recalled product is sold in 90-gram transparent plastic containers, with six jars packaged per case. Consumers who have Lior Cinnamon Ground Seasoning should check the information printed on the container before using it.
The affected product has a UPC of 794711005484 and carries lot code GAP11304, which is printed on the side of the container below the ingredient information.
Only the product matching the recall details should be considered part of this specific recall.
The company said it immediately began a voluntary recall after learning about the elevated lead levels and notified customers to stop selling or distributing the affected seasoning.
Lead Exposure Can Be Dangerous
The recall is focused on the potential presence of elevated lead, a substance that can cause serious health effects depending on the amount and duration of exposure.
Short-term exposure to relatively low levels may not produce obvious symptoms, meaning someone exposed to lead may not immediately realize there is a problem.
Children are particularly vulnerable because their developing nervous systems can be affected by lead exposure.
Potential effects in children can include developmental delays, learning difficulties, behavioral changes and slowed growth. Other possible symptoms include fatigue, stomach pain, vomiting, constipation and hearing problems.
The effects can vary depending on factors such as a person’s age, body weight, amount of exposure and how long the exposure continues.
Adults Can Also Experience Health Effects
Lead exposure can affect adults as well.
Possible symptoms include headaches, fatigue, abdominal pain, constipation and high blood pressure. Some people may also experience joint and muscle pain, memory problems or difficulty concentrating. Other potential effects include mood changes, irritability and pain, numbness or tingling in the hands and feet.
For pregnant people, significant lead exposure can also create additional concerns, including pregnancy complications such as miscarriage or premature birth.
Because symptoms can be subtle or absent, the absence of symptoms does not necessarily mean there has been no exposure.
What Consumers Should Do
Consumers who have the recalled Lior Cinnamon Ground Seasoning should not eat or use the product. Instead, the company recommends that consumers discard the recalled seasoning or return it to the place of purchase for a refund.
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Retailers and other businesses that still have the affected product have been instructed to stop distributing or selling it and place remaining inventory on hold.
Consumers should check their containers carefully rather than relying only on the product name, since the recall applies to the specific package and lot information identified by the company.
Company Begins Supplier Investigation
Galil Importing Corp. said it has also started an investigation into its supplier following the discovery.
The company said it has implemented enhanced testing and supplier verification measures as part of its efforts to prevent a similar issue from occurring again.
Consumers who have questions about the recall can contact Galil Importing Corp. at 516-496-7400, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern.
For households in the six affected states, checking the spice cabinet could take only a few moments but may help prevent someone from accidentally consuming the recalled product.
Do you have this cinnamon product at home? Check the lot code and share this recall information with friends or family who may have purchased it. Let us know in the comments if you found the recalled product in your kitchen.
