Lior Ground Cinnamon Recalled Across Six U.S. States Over Elevated Lead

Galil Importing Corp has recalled Lior Cinnamon Ground Seasoning after a sample tested by the Maryland Department of Health found elevated levels of lead. The company announcement was published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on September 24.

The recall covers 90 gram transparent plastic containers with UPC 794711005484 and lot code GAP11304. According to the FDA notice, the affected product was distributed to retail stores, grocery stores, delis and supermarkets in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Texas, Florida and Illinois.

Distribution of the recalled lot ran from November 18, 2025 through September 7, 2026. That long sales window means retailers and consumers may still have containers in inventory or at home even though the company has stopped distribution of the affected product.

No illnesses had been reported when the recall announcement was issued. The FDA notice explains that low level lead exposure may produce no obvious symptoms and that an elevated blood lead level can be the only apparent sign, while the effects of exposure depend on dose, duration, age and body weight.

Galil said it initiated the voluntary recall after the Maryland test result and instructed customers to stop distribution and sale of the affected lot and place remaining inventory on hold. The company also said it began a supplier investigation and introduced enhanced testing and supplier verification measures.

Consumers are advised not to eat the recalled cinnamon. The FDA notice says the product should be discarded or returned to the place of purchase for a refund.

For spice importers and retailers, the incident is another reminder that contaminant control depends on upstream supplier verification as well as finished product testing. In this case, the recall is limited to the identified Lior lot and the FDA notice does not report illnesses linked to it.