Class IITerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
GUSTO GROUP, INC.: food recall H-0389-2026
GUSTO GROUP, INC. of Paterson, NJ recalled Shrimp Paste (Klong Kone) 'M' , 16 oz, 24 count , PLastic Jar, 24 packages/ case. Reason: Product tested high for lead. The FDA listed it as Class II in its Enforcement Report dated Jan 21, 2026; distribution: Iowa, New Jersey.
Record status as published: Terminated (terminated Apr 7, 2026). openFDA data last updated Oct 21, 2026.
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Recall details
- Product
- Shrimp Paste (Klong Kone) 'M' , 16 oz, 24 count , PLastic Jar, 24 packages/ case
- Product quantity
- 7 cases
- Reason for recall
- Product tested high for lead.
- Codes, lots and dates on the package
- DPA159 Shrimp Paste (Klong Kone) 'M'
- Distribution pattern
- The recalled product was distributed to the following states: IA, NJ
- Recalling firm
- GUSTO GROUP, INC., Paterson, NJ
- Classification
- Class II — the FDA uses this class for a situation in which using or being exposed to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.
- Voluntary or mandated
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- How the firm first notified customers
- Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit
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Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Recall initiated by the firm | Nov 19, 2025 |
| Classified by the FDA | Jan 9, 2026 |
| Published in the Enforcement Report | Jan 21, 2026 |
| Terminated | Apr 7, 2026 |
Other products in the same recall event
The FDA groups related products under one recall event (event 98171).
- H-0390-2026 — DPA161 Shrimp Paste (Klong Kone) 'L' , 32 oz, 12 count , PLastic Jar, 12 packages / cases
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Sources
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration, openFDA food enforcement reports, recall number H-0389-2026 (openFDA record). Data provided by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (https://open.fda.gov).
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