The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·H-0389-2026·Announced 2026-01-21

Shrimp Paste Recalled for High Lead Contamination

GUSTO GROUP, INC. is recalling Shrimp Paste (Klong Kone) 'M' 16 oz jars distributed to Iowa and New Jersey due to high lead levels found in testing.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: This is an FDA Class II recall for lead contamination, a recognized health hazard. No illnesses, injuries, or hospitalizations have been reported in the source material, fitting the rubric criterion for high-risk products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

GUSTO GROUP, INC. is recalling Shrimp Paste (Klong Kone) 'M' in 16 oz plastic jars due to testing that revealed high lead levels in the product.

The affected product was distributed to Iowa and New Jersey. The recalled product is identified by code DPA159. Approximately 7 cases of the product have been recalled.

Lead is a toxic metal that can cause serious health problems. Consumers who have purchased the recalled product should stop consuming it and discard it safely. Anyone who consumed this product and has health concerns should contact a healthcare provider.

The recalled product

Product
Shrimp Paste (Klong Kone) 'M' , 16 oz, 24 count , PLastic Jar, 24 packages/ case
Manufacturer
GUSTO GROUP, INC.
Category
Food — Seafood / Condiment
Hazard
  • lead-contamination

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (1)

  • DPA159 Shrimp Paste (Klong Kone) 'M'

Distribution

Distributed in 2 states:

  • IA
  • NJ

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