Dangerous shrimp found on the market – recall ordered

By: Trademagazin Date: 2025. 03. 24. 09:01

Veterinary drug residues were found in frozen shrimp paste of Vietnamese origin, which was also sold in Hungary. The authority and distributors ordered an immediate recall, the product is unsafe to consume – warns the NFKH and RASFF European alert system.

Product name: Shrimp paste with white-legged whip shrimp, added water and ice layer

Brand: Ben’s Easy Kitchen
Packaging: 800 g, frozen
Best before date: 2025.11.26., 2025.12.16., 2025.12.18.
Lot number: QNLCOM-3367

Distributor in Hungary: Fjordin Kft. and Matusz-Vad Zrt.
Importer: BML Food Group Holland BV.
Exporter: Q N L Company Limited (Vietnam)

The product has been found to contain veterinary drug residues – substances that may be associated with the treatment of marine animals but are not permitted for human consumption. Consuming this product may pose a health risk, so do not consume it if you have any at home.