Severity
Moderate
FDA Food recall · Reported August 28, 2024
Due to elevated levels of lead. Sample collected by Maryland Department Of Health (MDDH) tested positive for high levels of lead in ground cinnamon.
El Chilar-HF, LLC recalled El Chilar, Canela Molida, Ground Cinnamon NET WT. 1.25 Oz (35g) , Spices Herbs, BOPP Bag,… - a moderate-severity action.
El Chilar, Canela Molida, Ground Cinnamon NET WT. 1.25 Oz (35g) , Spices Herbs, BOPP Bag,… was recalled by El Chilar-HF, LLC in August 28, 2024. Reason: Due to elevated levels of lead. Sample collected by Maryland Department Of Health (MDDH) tested positive for …. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-1743-2024 with the FDA Food before acting.
The recall
El Chilar-HF, LLC issued this moderate-severity FDA Food recall-Due to elevated levels of lead. Sample collected by Maryland Department Of Health (MDDH) tested positive for ….
Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-1743-2024 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
This FDA Food action (record #F-1743-2024) was formally reported on August 28, 2024, with the manufacturer initiating the action on July 29, 2024. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. El Chilar-HF, LLC is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Apopka, FL. Federal records list the affected scope as E-054 EX0225: 259 dozen (3,108 Units) 1.25 OZ per bag and D-181 EX0624: 372 dozen (4,464 Units) 1.25OZ per bag..
The documented reason for this recall is: Due to elevated levels of lead. Sample collected by Maryland Department Of Health (MDDH) tested positive for high levels of lead in ground cinnamon. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Product sent to distributors in MD. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 2 from FDA Food - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Where this recall sits in its category - 25,126 food recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
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Severity
Moderate
Affected scope
E-054 EX0225: 259 dozen (3,108 Units) 1.25 OZ per bag and D-181 EX0624: 372 dozen (4,464 Units) 1.25OZ per bag.
Related Recalls
6
2 from same agency
El Chilar, Canela Molida, Ground Cinnamon NET WT. 1.25 Oz (35g) , Spices Herbs, BOPP Bag, 12 units per cases
Due to elevated levels of lead. Sample collected by Maryland Department Of Health (MDDH) tested positive for high levels of lead in ground cinnamon.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | F-1743-2024 |
| Date reported | August 28, 2024 |
| Date initiated | July 29, 2024 |
| Recalling firm | El Chilar-HF, LLC |
| Firm location | Apopka, FL |
| Affected scope | E-054 EX0225: 259 dozen (3,108 Units) 1.25 OZ per bag and D-181 EX0624: 372 dozen (4,464 Units) 1.25OZ per bag. |
| Distribution | Product sent to distributors in MD |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Food enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
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