CLASS II ONGOING Food recall · Reported 26 Nov 2025 · FDA Enforcement Report
Cinnamon Powder recalled by Haitai
Haitai is recalling Cinnamon Powder, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 17 Oct 2025 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.
Check your package
Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.
Recall details
- Recall number
- H-0203-2026
- FDA event ID
- 97836
- Recalling firm
- Haitai, Cerritos, CA
- Brand
- Cinnamon
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Ongoing
- Recall initiated
- 17 Oct 2025
- FDA classified
- 19 Nov 2025
- Reported
- 26 Nov 2025
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit
- Reason category
- Lead & Heavy Metals
- Product category
- Spices
Timeline
| 17 Oct 2025 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 19 Nov 2025 | Classified by FDA | +33 days |
| 26 Nov 2025 | Published in enforcement report | +7 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Elevated levels of lead in Cinnamon powder.
Lead and other heavy metals accumulate in the body. Children are most at risk; even low levels can affect development.
Product as listed by the FDA
Cinnamon Powder; 8oz clear plastic container. Distributed by Haitai Inc. UPC: 0 20914 81415 9
Where it was distributed
Product was distributed to retail locations across the country.
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
Elevated levels of lead in Cinnamon powder.
Which lots are affected?
Best By: 02/09/2025
Where was it sold?
Product was distributed to retail locations across the country.
What should I do if I have it?
Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.
What does Class II mean?
Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.
Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 26 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
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