Arctic Shores Shrimp Recalled Due to Cesium-137 Contamination
Arctic Shores recalled 93,122 cases of frozen cooked salad shrimp on September 23, 2025. The product may contain Cesium-137, a radioactive isotope. Consumers should stop using the product immediately and seek refunds.
Quick Facts at a Glance
Recall Date
September 23, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brands
Arctic Shores, Southwind Foods LLC
Category
Food & Beverages
Sold At
Multiple Retailers
Geographic Scope
Nationwide (50 states)
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL
Hazard Information
Product manufactured under insanitary conditions whereby it may have been contaminated with Cesium-137 (Cs-137). This is an expansion to the original recall.
What You Should Do
Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Contact Southwind Foods LLC dba Great American Seafood Imports Co. for refund or replacement information. Notification method: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit
Product Details
The recalled product is Arctic Shores branded frozen cooked salad shrimp in 6 oz bags with UPC 041130811685. The affected products have Best By dates of 5/4/2027 and 5/21/2027. The shrimp were distributed to various retailers across 26 states.
The Hazard
This product may have been contaminated with Cesium-137 due to insanitary manufacturing conditions. Cesium-137 is a radioactive material that can pose serious health risks if ingested.
Reported Incidents
There have been no reported injuries or illnesses associated with this recall as of now. The recall is an expansion of a previous one due to similar contamination issues.
What to Do
Consumers should not consume the affected shrimp. Contact Southwind Foods LLC at the provided link for refund or replacement information.
Contact Information
For further information, consumers can visit the FDA recall page at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/enforcement/enforce_rpt-Product-Tabs.cfm?recall_number=H-0114-2026.
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