Consumer alert issued in NY after elevated levels of lead found in Badia Spices
NEW YORK -- New York officials have issued a warning to consumers about elevated lead levels that have been detected in certain ground ginger and cinnamon products.
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets made the announcement Sunday after the contamination was discovered in Badia Spices Inc. Ground Ginger and Ground Cinnamon.
Analysis by New York State Food Laboratory personnel revealed the product tested above the 1-part per million action level for lead in spices.
Both the ground ginger and ground cinnamon spice are sold at retailers across the state.
No illnesses have been reported to date, according to officials.
They ask that consumers who may have purchased the products should not consume them and are advised to discard the products immediately.
Exposure to lead may cause health problems for consumers, particularly infants, small children, pregnant women, and those with underlying kidney disorders.
