The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1743-2024·Announced 2024-08-28

El Chilar Ground Cinnamon Recalled Due to Elevated Lead Levels

EL Chilar-HF, LLC is recalling El Chilar Canela Molida (Ground Cinnamon) due to elevated lead levels detected in samples tested by the Maryland Department of Health. Affected products were distributed in Maryland.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: FDA Class II recall with detected lead contamination, a recognized public health hazard. No illnesses or injuries have been reported. Per the rubric, risk-of-harm products without reported injury score at 3.

Plain-English summary

EL Chilar-HF, LLC is recalling El Chilar Canela Molida (Ground Cinnamon) due to elevated levels of lead. The Maryland Department of Health tested samples and detected high levels of lead in this product.

The affected product is packaged in 1.25 ounce bags with Lot # E-054 EX0225 (259 dozen / 3,108 units) and Lot # D-181 EX0624 (372 dozen / 4,464 units). The product was distributed to distributors in Maryland.

Lead is a toxic substance that can cause serious health effects, particularly in children and pregnant women. Consumers should not use this product. If you have purchased this product, consult your healthcare provider or local health authorities for guidance.

The recalled product

Product
El Chilar, Canela Molida, Ground Cinnamon NET WT. 1.25 Oz (35g) , Spices Herbs, BOPP Bag, 12 units per cases
Manufacturer
EL Chilar-HF, LLC
Category
Food — Spices / Seasonings
Hazard
  • lead

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (2)

  • Product Code # 307
  • Lot # E-054 EX0225 and Lot #D-181 EX0624

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

  • MD

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