CLASS II Food recall · Reported 11 Sep 2024 · FDA Enforcement Report

Scortisoara macinata/ Ground cinnamon recalled by Mamtakim

Mamtakim is recalling Scortisoara macinata/ Ground cinnamon per, distributed in 9 states. The recall was initiated on 29 Jul 2024 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.

Check your package

Lot, batch or date codesInternal Product code :10C035 L1205231

Quantity recalled30 Cases = 640 pieces

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: F-1779-2024
FDA event ID: 95134
Recalling firm: Mamtakim, Elizabeth, NJ
Brand: Scortisoara
Classification: Class II
Status: Terminated
Recall initiated: 29 Jul 2024
FDA classified: 3 Sep 2024
Reported: 11 Sep 2024
Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Customers notified by: E-Mail
Reason category: Lead & Heavy Metals
Product category: Spices

Timeline

29 Jul 2024	Recall initiated by company
3 Sep 2024	Classified by FDA	+36 days
11 Sep 2024	Published in enforcement report	+8 days

Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.

Reason for recall

MAMTAKIM Inc.,888 Magnolia Ave, Elizabeth NJ 07201 is initiating a recall of Scortisoara macinata/ Ground cinnamon, 15 g, Paper cartons, 20 pieces per paper carton, Code: 10C035 because the ground cinnamon product contain elevated levels of lead .

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

Scortisoara macinata/ Ground cinnamon, 15 g, Paper cartons, 20 pieces per paper carton

Where it was distributed

The recalled product was distributed to the following States: FL, CT, GA, CA, TN, PA, OH, NY, SC

California Connecticut Florida Georgia New York Ohio Pennsylvania South Carolina Tennessee

Questions about this recall

Why was it recalled?

Which lots are affected?

Internal Product code :10C035 L1205231

Where was it sold?

The recalled product was distributed to the following States: FL, CT, GA, CA, TN, PA, OH, NY, SC

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.

More recalls from Mamtakim

All 4

Reported	Class	Recall	Company	Reason	Where
24 Dec 2025Food	CLASS I	Belevini Korushka, Dried Salted Whole Smelts, Net recalled by MamtakimBelevini Korushka	Mamtakim	Botulism	5 states
24 Dec 2025Food	CLASS I	Belevini Bichki, Dried Salted Whole Smelts, Net recalled by MamtakimBelevini Bichki	Mamtakim	Botulism	5 states
27 Nov 2024Food	CLASS II	Belevini, Dried Fruit Mix (Apples, Pears & Plums w/pit) recalledBelevini	Mamtakim	Undeclared Sulfites	NJ, NY

Other Spices recalls

All 384

Reported	Class	Recall	Company	Reason	Where
7 Oct 2026Food	CLASS II	Lior Cinnamon Ground Seasoning recalled by Galil ImportingLior Cinnamon	Galil Importing	Lead & Heavy Metals	6 states
26 Aug 2026Food	CLASS I	Vitasia Asian Style Wok Spice Mix recalled by Lidl US TRADINGVitasia Asian	Lidl US TRADING	Salmonella	10 states
15 Jul 2026Food	CLASS I	EC Hot Links Seasoning 45.05# recalled by Adams Extract & Spice	Adams Extract & Spice	Undeclared Sesame	TX
1 Jul 2026Food	CLASS II	Joy Masala Chaash Lassi recalled by Joy Gourmet FoodsJoy Masala	Joy Gourmet Foods	Processing Deviation	NJ, NY, PA
17 Jun 2026Food	CLASS II	Dragonfly Thai Ginger Powder recalled by U.S. TovDragonfly	U.S. Tov	Lead & Heavy Metals	25 states