FDA-Food2026-01-21Class IICHEMICAL
Gusto Group Klong Kone shrimp paste recalled for high lead levels
What this means
Gusto Group's Klong Kone shrimp paste (32 oz plastic jars) tested high for lead. The affected product was distributed in Iowa and New Jersey. No illnesses have been reported, but lead exposure can cause serious health problems, especially in children.
- Stop using this product immediately if you have it at home.
- Do not serve it to your family or pets.
- Dispose of the product safely in household trash.
- Contact your doctor if anyone in your household consumed this product, especially children under age 6.
The agency's original wording
Hazard
Product tested high for lead.
Intended for
Adults
Illnesses reported
None reported
Sold states
The recalled product was distributed to the following states: IA, NJ
Affected count
7 cases
Manufactured in
810 E 27th St, Paterson, NJ, United States
Products
DPA161 Shrimp Paste (Klong Kone) 'L' , 32 oz, 12 count , PLastic Jar, 12 packages / cases
Official notice
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=H-0390-2026Want us to check the next one for you?
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