HIGH

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.

Key Facts

  • 93,122 cases recalled
  • Potential contamination with Cesium-137
  • Best By dates: 5/4/2027 and 5/21/2027
  • Distributed to 26 states
  • Stop using the product immediately

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Safety Assessment

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

Product Classification

Product Details

Model Numbers
Best By Date: 5/4/2027
5/21/2027
Affected States
Nationwide
Report Date
October 29, 2025
Source Agency
FDA - Food Safety
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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