CLASS II Food recall · Reported 17 Apr 2024 · FDA Enforcement Report
Swad Cinnamon Powder recalled by Raja Foods
Raja Foods is recalling Swad Cinnamon Powder, distributed in 15 states. The recall was initiated on 7 Mar 2024 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
- F-1126-2024
- FDA event ID
- 94188
- Recalling firm
- Raja Foods, Skokie, IL
- Brand
- Swad
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 7 Mar 2024
- FDA classified
- 8 Apr 2024
- Reported
- 17 Apr 2024
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Press Release
- Reason category
- Lead & Heavy Metals
- Product category
- Spices
Timeline
| 7 Mar 2024 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 8 Apr 2024 | Classified by FDA | +32 days |
| 17 Apr 2024 | Published in enforcement report | +9 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Product tested positive for 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
SWAD BRAND CINNAMON POWDER in clear plastic 3.5 OZ bags, UPC 0-51179-34280-4, 20 retail units per wholesale case
Where it was distributed
NY, NJ, PA, MD, VA, CT, MA, NH, TN, FL, GA, AL, NC, IL MS
AlabamaConnecticutFloridaGeorgiaIllinoisMassachusettsMarylandMississippiNorth CarolinaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew YorkPennsylvaniaTennesseeVirginia
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
Product tested positive for lead
Which lots are affected?
Batch KX21223 Best Before July 2026
Where was it sold?
NY, NJ, PA, MD, VA, CT, MA, NH, TN, FL, GA, AL, NC, IL MS
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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