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AquaStar Shrimp Recall: 22,500 Cases Recalled Over Cs-137 Contamination Risk (2025)

AquaStar recalls 22,500 cases of Cocktail Shrimp sold at Walmart and Kroger stores nationwide. The recall warns Cs-137 contamination risk in 6-ounce net weight shrimp products. Consumers should not eat the product and should seek a refund or replacement from AquaStar.

Official notice
AquaStarFood & Beverages10662 510410662 510510662 5106

Source-backed recall notice

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Official source
FDA FOOD
Recall date
August 14, 2025
Status
ACTIVE
Severity
8/10

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
August 14, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
AquaStar
Category
Food & Beverages
Sold At
Walmart, Multiple Retailers
Geographic Scope
Nationwide (50 states)
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL

What to Do Now

Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.

Immediate steps

  1. 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
  2. 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
  3. 3Follow the official remedy from FDA - Food Safety; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
  4. 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.

Check these identifiers

Brand
AquaStar
Product type
Shrimp Product
Model numbers
10662 5104, 10662 5105, 10662 5106, 10662 5107, 10662 5124, 10662 5125
Sizes
6oz net weight per package
Sold at
Walmart, Multiple Retailers
Where affected
Nationwide

Recall Timeline

Key dates and source checks for this recall record.

  1. Recall announced

    August 14, 2025

  2. Reported by FDA FOOD

    September 24, 2025

  3. RecallRadar source check

    April 18, 2026

  4. Consumer action

    Use the official remedy and keep documentation.

Hazard Information

Product may be contaminated with Cesium-137 (Cs-137).

What You Should Do

Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Contact Admiralty Island Fisheries Inc dba AquaStar (USA) Corp. for refund or replacement information. Notification method: E-Mail

About This Product

AquaStar Cocktail Shrimp is a ready-to-eat seafood product distributed in 6x6 oz cases, sold refrigerated at Walmart and through Kroger family stores in the U.S. Typical use is as a ready-to-eat shrimp snack or cocktail.

Why This Is Dangerous

Cs-137 is a radioactive isotope. Contamination can pose serious health risks if ingested. The recall notes this risk for the affected products.

Industry Context

This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern.

Real-World Impact

Consumers must avoid affected products and seek refunds or replacements to avoid potential health risks.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Check UPC 19434612191 on the product packaging.
  2. Verify packaging indicates 6x6 oz with the AquaStar brand.
  3. Review store receipts or order history for Walmart or Kroger purchases during 7/31/25–8/16/25.

Where to find product info

FDA recall page H-0583-2025 and AquaStar customer service email.

What timeline to expect

Refunds or replacements are managed by AquaStar; typical processing timelines are not specified beyond standard recall practices.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Escalate to FDA recall contact
  • File a consumer protection complaint if the company is non-responsive.

How to prevent similar issues

  • Verify UPC and product packaging before purchase.
  • Be cautious of seafood products from Indonesia; review recall history for seafood.
  • Register for recall alerts from FDA or AquaStar.

Documentation advice

Keep product, receipts, and all correspondence with AquaStar for records.

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Product Details

Brand: AquaStar. Product: Cocktail Shrimp, 4oz shrimp / 2oz cocktail sauce. Case: 6x6 oz packages. UPC: 19434612191. Sold by Walmart (refrigerated) and Kroger family stores (Mercado brand shrimp 2lb). Distributed in frozen condition to distributors; consumer products sold refrigerated at Walmart. Master cases distributed to distributors in the US. Country of origin: Indonesia. Recall date: 2025-08-14. Participation: 22,500 cases.

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported in the notice.

Key Facts

  • Products sold 7/31/25 to 8/16/25 at Walmart in multiple states
  • Kroger Mercado brand shrimp 2lb sold 7/24/25 to 8/11/25
  • Cs-137 contamination risk
  • Recalled product is 6oz net weight per package

Safety Guide

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERAL
Injury Types
POISONINGOTHER

Product Details

Model Numbers
10662 5104
10662 5105
10662 5106
10662 5107
10662 5124
+1 more
Affected States
Nationwide
Report Date
September 24, 2025
Source Agency
FDA - Food Safety
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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