New York State recently issued a health alert due to elevated levels of lead found in two Badia Spices products. Department of Agriculture and Markets Commissioner Richard A. Ball announced that an analysis by the New York State Food Laboratory revealed that Badia ground ginger and Badia ground cinnamon tested above the 1-part per million action level for lead in spices.
The ground ginger is sold in 1.5-ounce clear plastic bottles with black plastic caps, with UPC Code #033844002237 and Lot #307922. The cinnamon is sold in 2-ounce clear plastic bottles with black plastic caps, with UPC Code #033844000158 and Lot #’s 305481 and 309528. Both products were manufactured by Badia Spices Inc., located in Doral, Florida, and were sold at various retailers across New York State.
Exposure to lead can pose health risks, especially to infants, small children, pregnant women, and individuals with underlying kidney disorders. Prolonged exposure to lead can result in permanent damage to the central nervous system, learning disorders, developmental defects, and other long-term health issues. While no illnesses have been reported to date, consumers who have purchased these products are advised not to consume them and to discard them immediately.
Those who are concerned about potential health issues related to these products should seek medical attention from a healthcare provider. Maureen Mullarkey, a breaking news reporter at Newsday, previously covered a variety of Long Island stories as a reporter for Patch, including the Diocese of Rockville Centre bankruptcy and the Babylon School District abuse scandals.