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On March 6th, 2024, the FDA identified six ground cinnamon products with elevated levels of lead. The FDA stated that prolonged exposure to these products may be unsafe.
FDA Alert Concerning Certain Cinnamon Product Due to Presence of Elevated Levels of Lead (3/6/2024)
FDA letter to cinnamon production industry about the elevated lead issue (3/6/2024)
Higher resolution photos of ground cinnamon products in FDA alert and March 6, 2024 recall (PDF)
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and state and local partners are investigating a link between blood lead levels (BLLs) ≥3.5 µg/dL in children consuming certain cinnamon-containing apple purée and applesauce products.
Resources
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): Lead and Chromium Poisoning Outbreak Linked to Cinnamon Applesauce Pouches
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): Brote de intoxicación por plomo y cromo vinculado a bolsitas de puré de manzana con canela
U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA): Investigation of Elevated Lead & Chromium Levels: Cinnamon Applesauce Pouches
U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA): Investigación sobre los niveles elevados de plomo y cromo en las bolsas de puré de manzana y canela
CDC Health Alert Network Health Advisory: High Blood Lead Levels in Children Consuming Recalled Cinnamon Applesauce Pouches
CDC Clinician Outreach and Communication Activity (1/5/2024): Update on High Blood Lead Levels in Children Consuming Recalled Cinnamon Applesauce Pouches and Potential Chromium Exposure
Alarming levels of lead have been found in traditional cosmetics used in Hindu and Muslim religious practices and South and Southeast Asian cultures. High lead levels have also been found in the spice turmeric, particularly in smaller batches brought in from overseas.
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Lead poisoning prevention tips
Lead poisoning is a significant environmental health problem.
Laws and regulations are in place to protect people; however lead poisoning is still a risk for many Oregonians, especially children. The Lead Poisoning Prevention Program enforces state regulations, oversees professional training and certification, and responds to concerns about lead and its effect on public health.
Contact Us Training Calendar (pdf) Notice of Abatement Form (pdf)
Memento Morbi: A Monthly Communicable Disease Summary Report (most current case data available)
FDA Recall Notice and Investigation of Lead Contamination of Apple Cinnamon Fruit Puree Pouches
Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) 333-017 and 333-018 Amended Effective 10/26/2023
EPA Affirms Building Managers Responsible for Lead-Based Paint Safety Requirements When Performing Renovations
FDA Safety Warning and Recalls for LeadCare Analyzers
Law Related to Demolition of Residences with Lead-Based Paint
Alerts and Recalls
Reducing Lead in School Drinking Water
Report unsafe work practices
The Oregon Construction Contractors Board licenses "Lead Safe" contractors for home renovation, repair or painting.
CCB Lead Safe Contractors
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