(CNN) — High levels of lead were found in 12 brands of cinnamon powder and multi-spice powders, according to testing released Thursday by Consumer Reports, a nonprofit that helps consumers ...

Experts are alerting consumers against using a dozen cinnamon and spice powder brands after detecting high levels of lead contamination.

High levels of lead were found in 12 brands of cinnamon powder and multi-spice powders, according to testing released by Consumer Reports.

New research reveals high levels of lead in one-third of ground cinnamon tested, raising concerns following last year's applesauce recall linked to lead poisoning in children.

Elevated levels of lead have been found in 12 of 36 ground cinnamon products and spice blends, according to Consumer Reports.

High levels of lead were found in 12 brands of cinnamon powder and multi-spice powders, according to testing released by Consumer Reports.

High levels of lead were found in 12 brands of cinnamon powder and multi-spice powders, according to testing released by Consumer Reports.