Eastland Food Corporation: Food Recall in 2016 - (Recall #: F-0724-2016)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2016.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Maesri Brand Shrimp Powder, 6.oz

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: October 20, 2015

Date Posted: March 16, 2016

Recall Number: F-0724-2016

Event ID: 72631

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.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 945 cases

Code Information:

Item Code: 210240

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.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated