ALB-USA Enterprises, Inc. of Bronx, NY, is recalling ALB Flavor brand Cinnamon Powder due to potential contamination with elevated levels of lead. The recall affects products distributed to retailers in New York, Connecticut, Michigan, and Massachusetts between 12/15/2022 and 05/13/2024.

Affected Product:

• Brand Name: ALB Flavor
• Product Description: Ground Cinnamon Powder
• Packaging: Plastic bag with a net weight of 100 grams, featuring a brown carton packaging with an image of cinnamon powder and two cinnamon sticks centered at the bottom.
• Identifying Details:
  • UPC: 5304000333362
  • Best Before Date: 30/08/2025
  • Lot Number: LA02

Date Marking:

• Company Announcement Date: July 26, 2024
• FDA Publish Date: July 26, 2024
• The recall is due to the potential contamination with elevated levels of lead.

Health Effects of Lead Exposure:

Lead can affect nearly every bodily system, with the severity of health effects depending on the amount and duration of exposure, as well as the age and body weight of the individual.

• Children:
  • Short-term Exposure: Increased blood lead levels may be the only apparent sign.
  • Chronic Exposure: Permanent damage to the central nervous system, resulting in learning disorders, developmental defects, and other long-term health problems.
• Adults:
  • Chronic Exposure: Associated with kidney dysfunction, hypertension, and neurocognitive effects.

Distribution:

• The product was distributed to retailers located in New York, Connecticut, Michigan, and Massachusetts.
• The product has not been sold online.

Actions to Take:

• Do Not Consume: Customers who have purchased ALB FLAVOR Ground Cinnamon are urged not to consume the product.
• Return for Refund: Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund.
• Seek Medical Advice: If you are concerned about possible lead exposure, seek medical advice.

The recall resulted from an analysis conducted by the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station (CAES), revealing elevated levels of lead in the product. The company has ceased importing and distributing the product and is working with the FDA to investigate the cause of the problem.

Contact Information:

• For further information, consumers can contact ALB-USA Enterprises at 917-922-5627 or 929-431-8505, Monday to Friday, 8 am – 4 pm.

Source:https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/alb-usa-enterprises-recalls-alb-flavor-ground-cinnamon-because-possible-health-risk