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BELLEVUE, WA (October 28, 2025) — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a recall for Devi brand Ground Cinnamon (Dalchini Powder) which Homeneeds Inc. distributes because of possible lead contamination. The FDA started this product recall because their testing revealed lead concentrations above acceptable levels. The FDA has not received any reports of illness but lead exposure creates dangerous health threats, mainly affecting children and people with compromised health status. .[1]

Devi Brand Ground Cinnamon (Dalchini Powder) Recalled in the United States by Homeneeds Inc. Due to Lead Contamination Risk

Recall Dec 06, 2025

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Category of the product: Cinnamon powder (Dalchini Powder)

Type of the product: Food & Beverages Contaminants

Reason for announcement: Potential Metal Contaminant – Lead

 

BELLEVUE, WA (October 28, 2025) — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a recall for Devi brand Ground Cinnamon (Dalchini Powder) which Homeneeds Inc. distributes because of possible lead contamination. The FDA started this product recall because their testing revealed lead concentrations above acceptable levels. The FDA has not received any reports of illness but lead exposure creates dangerous health threats, mainly affecting children and people with compromised health status. .[1]

Reason for warning:

The product contains dangerous levels of lead which poses severe health risks to consumers who eat it especially to children and pregnant women[2]

Root cause analysis:

The FDA has initiated a product recall for Devi Brand Ground Cinnamon (Dalchini Powder) due to the detection of elevated lead levels in the product samples. This finding prompted the recall as the FDA aims to protect consumer safety. While the investigation into the root causes of the contamination is ongoing, the company has not yet identified the exact source of the lead contamination. Experts are actively working on this investigation to determine how the lead levels became elevated in the product. [3]

Product description:

Brand

Product

Size

UPC

Issue

Affected States

Devi

Ground Cinnamon (Dalchini Powder)

100 g

6 09595 11904 5

Possible lead contamination

Washington

Health issue identified:

Lead contamination was detected in a recently tested cinnamon powder by the FDA. Lead exposure is extremely dangerous to almost every human body system, and while someone may not have symptoms with short-term lead exposure, chronic exposure or high-level exposure can lead to abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, weight loss, kidney dysfunction, neurocognitive defects, and developmental problems in children. Company officials are actively investigating the source of the contamination.

Lead exposure is known to cause brain damage, kidney problems, and hinder red blood cell production, which is essential for oxygen transport. Acute lead poisoning may manifest as abdominal discomfort, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea. Long-term exposure can lead to kidney damage, high blood pressure, and reduced mental function. The severity of lead health effects is alarmingly significant because, in many instances, a person may not be aware of their exposure to lead.

Consumer Guidance:

  • Stop using the product. Do not eat any of the recalled cinnamon.
  • Contact a health If you consumed the product, speak with a healthcare professional about testing for lead exposure.
  • Dispose of the The recalled product should be thrown out to avoid accidental consumption.
  • Bring the recalled product backtotheplaceofpurchaseforafullrefund,andallcustomerswhopurchasedtheproducthavebeenasked to do so.
  • The company provides customer support through phone number 425-301-2364 which operates from 10am to 5pm PT on weekdays.
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FRL commentary:

The Devi Brand Ground Cinnamon (Dalchini Powder) recall illustrates a reason why manufacturers need to maintain firm controls over their supply chains while undertaking comprehensive end-product testing for supplement safety during production and distribution. Public health safety relies on the regulatory process and enforcement of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) by manufacturers and the collaboration with third-party analytical laboratories to keep unapproved unsafe substances off the market. The notification of Devi demonstrates the need for businesses to implement strict safety practices to protect their customers against potential health risks

Conclusion:

In conclusion, the recall of Devi Brand Ground Cinnamon (Dalchini Powder) by Homeneeds Inc, reminds manufacturers of the submission of safety practices in food production. To protect consumers by minimizing health risks, there must be products tested thoroughly, rigorous control of supply chain conditions, and compliance with regulatory standards. The recall should be a reminder of the ongoing need for monitoring and adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) for the public health security.

For more information on food recalls and safety testing, visit Food Research Lab to stay updated on the latest industry alerts and regulatory guidance.

Reference:

  1. FDA Recall Page:
    S. Food and Drug Administration. (2023, October 25). Homeneeds Inc. recalls Devi Brand Ground Cinnamon (Dalchini Powder) due to potential health risk. FDA. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/homeneeds-inc-recalls-devi-brand-ground-cinnamon-dalchini-powder-because-possible-health-risk?permalink=E8A7357CF695D51B0C4431D31389F697A813A12BDB1B47F471E93BA771DBBE27
  2. Source86 Article:
    (2023, October 25). Homeneeds recalls Devi cinnamon due to lead contamination. Source86. https://source86.com/homeneeds-recall-devi-cinnamon-lead/
  3. ScienceDirect Article:
    Baig, M., et al. (2018). On the other hand, the impact of lead exposure in cinnamon. Food and Chemical Toxicology, 124, 156-163. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0278691524005763#:~:text=On%20the%20other%20hand%2C%20the,Baig%20et%20al.%2C%202018
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