Klong Kone Shrimp Paste recalled due to Lead Contaminant

United States

Update Janury 9th, 2026:
The recall was classified as Class II.

Source: www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm


January 8th, 2026:
Gusto Group Inc. of Paterson, NJ, is recalling [Klong Kone] Shrimp Paste (Klong Kone) '454 G. (1 LBS)' and ‘910 G. (2 LBS)’ because it has the potential to be contaminated with elevated levels of lead. To date, there has been one report of four children becoming ill, which involved diarrhea and elevated blood levels. The recalled product was directly distributed to the two retailers listed below, located IA and NJ, between April 2023 to December 2023. There were no online sales.

1.Golden Land (Des Moines)2740 Douglas AveDes Moines IA 50310Tel: 515-468-8224
2.Terri Lee Oriental Groceries.225 Maywood Ave.Maywood NJ 07607Tel: 201-843-7919

The recalled [Klong Kone] Shimp Paste (Klong Kone) “454 G. (1 LBS)” and “910 G. (2 LBS),” is packaged in a white plastic jar with a red cap. The product is a dark-colored paste with a salty flavor. The product was Packed and Distributed By: P. Prateepthong 2000, Product of Thailand.

The recalled product was sold in two sizes:
[Klong Kone] Shrimp Paste (Klong Kone) '454 G. (1 LBS)' , with UPC: 8853142000313, Product Code: DPA159
[Klong Kone] Shrimp Paste (Klong Kone) '910 G. (2 LBS)' , with UPC: 8853142000320, Product Code: DPA161

This recall was initiated following this report of illness associated with consumption of the product. The FDA collected product samples from retail locations and lab analysis found that the finished products contained elevated levels of lead. The company has ceased distribution of this lot. The company is currently investigating the cause of the issue.

Source: www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/gusto-group-inc-recalls-shrimp-paste-klong-kone-454-g-1-lbs-and-910-g-2-lbs-because-possible-health