MODERATE RISK
Terminated
F-0724-2016
Maesri Brand Shrimp Powder, 6.oz
Recalled by Eastland Food Corporation
Classification
Class II — Products that might cause a temporary health problem, or pose only a slight threat of a serious nature.
Reason for Recall
The New York Department of Agriculture and Markets notified Eastland Food Corp. that they analyzed a sample of the shrimp powder and determined that the product contained FD&C Yellow #6, but the label failed to declare its presence. Yellow #6 can cause an allergic reaction for a small population of individuals.
Product Details
Product Quantity
945 cases
Product Type
Food
Code Info
Item Code: 210240
Voluntary/Mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Distribution & Geography
Distribution Pattern
The shrimp powder is manufactured in Thailand and imported to the United States by Eastland. Eastland then distributes the shrimp powder nationwide to retail stores.
Company Location
Jessup, MD, 20794-3008
Timeline
Report Date
03/16/2016
Recall Initiated
10/20/2015
Classification Date
03/07/2016
Termination Date
03/10/2016
Source: U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — FDA Recalls
Last updated: August 28, 2026
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