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High Lead Levels in Cinnamon Powders and Spice Mixtures

There are currently no federal limits for lead in cinnamon or other spices. But Enrico Dinges, a spokesperson for the FDA, says that even without a limit, the agency can take action against a product, such as issuing a health alert, if it learns the product has excessive levels either from the agency’s or a state’s testing.  The FDA didn’t…