# Major Recall Alert: Klong Kone Shrimp Paste Recalled Due to Potential Metal Contaminant - Lead
In a recent safety warning, Gusto Group Inc. has issued a recall for Klong Kone Shrimp Paste due to the potential contamination of the product with elevated levels of lead. This recall affects specific products distributed within the USA and highlights the importance of food safety and consumer awareness.
## Why This Recall is Important
Lead contamination poses a serious health risk to consumers, particularly children. While short-term exposure to low levels of lead may not always cause symptoms, chronic or acute exposure can have severe health consequences. For children, prolonged lead exposure can result in permanent damage to the central nervous system, leading to learning disorders, developmental delays, and other long-term problems. For adults, lead exposure has been linked to kidney dysfunction, hypertension, and neurocognitive issues.
To date, one report of illness involving four children has been linked to the recalled Klong Kone Shrimp Paste. Symptoms included diarrhea and elevated blood lead levels. This has triggered an immediate recall to protect consumers and prevent further exposure.
## Details of the Recall
Here’s what you need to know about the recalled product:
- **Brand:** Klong Kone
- **Product Name:** Klong Kone Shrimp Paste
- **Sizes Recalled:**
- 454 G. (1 LBS)
- 910 G. (2 LBS)
- **Packaging Details:**
- White plastic jars with red caps
- Dark-colored paste with a salty flavor
- **Distributed By:** P. Prateepthong 2000, Product of Thailand
- **Retail Locations Distributed To:**
1. **Golden Land (Des Moines):**
- Address: 2740 Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
- Phone: (515) 468-8224
2. **Terri Lee Oriental Groceries (Maywood):**
- Address: 225 Maywood Ave, Maywood, NJ 07607
- Phone: (201) 843-7919
The affected products were distributed between April 2023 and December 2023. No online sales were reported for this product. Lab tests by the FDA confirmed elevated lead levels in the product, prompting Gusto Group Inc. to stop further distribution and launch an investigation.
For official details on the recall, visit [the FDA website](https://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).
## What You Should Do
If you have purchased Klong Kone Shrimp Paste in the recalled sizes and batches, follow these precautionary steps:
- Stop consuming the product immediately.
- Return the product to the retailer where it was purchased for a full refund.
- Contact Gusto Group Inc. for questions or concerns at (862) 264-6774 from Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern Time (ET), or via email at ings@gustofood.com.
If you or someone in your home has consumed the product and is experiencing symptoms such as diarrhea or signs of lead exposure, seek medical attention promptly and mention the potential exposure to lead.
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By remaining vigilant and taking quick action during recalls, you play an essential role in preventing foodborne illnesses and ensuring public health. For more updates, check the [official FDA page for this recall](https://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).