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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Amber Raiken

16 cinnamon brands to avoid after high levels of lead found in spice blends

Multiple cinnamon brands are sparking health concerns due to potential lead contamination.

In March 2024, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a public health alert for six brands of cinnamon, warning that they were contaminated with high levels of lead and may be unsafe. Since then, several other cinnamon brands have been listed on the public health alert.

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