Six-State Recall Hits Lior Cinnamon Ground Seasoning Over Lead 2026

Six states are now affected by a voluntary recall of Lior Cinnamon Ground Seasoning after laboratory testing found the spice may carry elevated levels of lead. If you have purchased this ground cinnamon in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Texas, Florida, or Illinois over the past year, it is worth checking your spice rack right now.

Galil Importing Corp, based in Hauppauge, New York, announced the recall on September 24, 2026, after a sample of the product tested by the Maryland Department of Health (MDH) came back with elevated lead levels. The company says no illnesses have been reported to date, but it moved quickly to notify retailers and pull remaining inventory from shelves.

Products Affected by This Recall

The recalled item is Lior Cinnamon Ground Seasoning, sold under the ‘Lior’ brand and identified by UPC 794711005484. The product comes packaged in 90 gram transparent plastic containers, sold in cases of six units. Consumers can identify affected containers by the lot code GAP11304, printed on the side of the container beneath the ingredient line.

What Went Wrong?

Lead exposure is a serious concern, particularly for young children. Short-term exposure to very low levels of lead may not cause any noticeable symptoms, and increased blood lead levels can sometimes be the only outward sign that exposure has occurred. Higher or prolonged exposure carries greater risk. According to the company’s announcement, if a child is exposed to enough lead over weeks or months, it can lead to permanent damage to the central nervous system, resulting in learning disorders, developmental delays, and other long-term health problems. Lead can affect nearly every system in the body, and the severity of harm depends on the amount and duration of exposure along with a person’s age and body weight.

Where Were These Products Sold?

The affected cinnamon was distributed to retail stores, grocery stores, delis, and supermarkets in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Texas, Florida, and Illinois. Distribution ran over a wide window, between November 18, 2025 and September 7, 2026, meaning consumers who purchased ground cinnamon under this brand at any point during that stretch should check their containers against the lot code listed above.

• Brand: Lior
• Product: Cinnamon Ground Seasoning
• UPC: 794711005484
• Lot code: GAP11304
• Package size: 90 g plastic container, sold in 6-unit cases
• States: New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Texas, Florida, Illinois
• Distribution window: 11/18/2025 to 09/07/2026

What Should You Do?

If you have this product in your home, do not use it. The FDA and the company recommend that consumers take the following steps:

• Check the lot code GAP11304 on the side of your container, under the ingredient line.
• Stop using the product immediately if the lot code matches.
• Discard the container, or return it to the place of purchase for a refund.
• Contact Galil Importing Corp directly with any questions.

Consumers with questions can reach the company at 1-516-496-7400, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern Time.

Company Response

Galil Importing Corp says it initiated the voluntary recall immediately after learning of the test results, notifying customers to halt distribution and sale of the product and to place any remaining inventory on hold. The company has also opened a supplier investigation and says it has implemented enhanced testing and supplier verification measures aimed at preventing a repeat of the issue. As of the announcement date, no illnesses linked to the product had been reported.

Consumers who are concerned about possible lead exposure, especially in young children, are encouraged to speak with a healthcare provider about blood lead testing.