HIGH

Kroger Cooked Shrimp Recalled Due to Cesium-137 Contamination

Kroger recalled 18,000 bags of its Frozen Mercado Cooked Shrimp on August 14, 2025. The shrimp may contain Cesium-137, a radioactive isotope. Consumers should not eat the product and seek refunds immediately.

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

Product Details

The recall affects Frozen Mercado Kroger Cooked Shrimp in 2 lb. packages. The UPC is 011110626196. The shrimp was sold at various grocery chains between July 24 and August 16, 2025.

The Hazard

The product may be contaminated with Cesium-137, posing a potential poisoning risk. This radioactive material can have serious health effects.

Reported Incidents

There are no reported incidents or injuries linked to this recall at this time. Consumers are urged to take precautions due to the contamination risk.

What to Do

Do not consume the recalled shrimp. Contact Admiralty Island Fisheries Inc. for refund or replacement information via email.

Contact Information

For more details, visit the FDA recall page at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/enforcement/enforce_rpt-Product-Tabs.cfm?recall_number=H-0584-2025.

Key Facts

  • Recall date: August 14, 2025
  • 18,000 units affected
  • Sold at Walmart and Kroger stores
  • Potential contamination with Cesium-137
  • Consumers should seek refunds immediately
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Safety Assessment

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

Product Classification

Product TypeCooked Shrimp
Sold At
WalmartMultiple Retailers

Product Details

Model Numbers
Lot Code: 10662 5139 Best Before 11/19/2027
Lot Code: 10662 5140 Best Before 11/20/2027
Affected States
Nationwide
Report Date
September 24, 2025
Source Agency
FDA - Food Safety
Recall Status
ACTIVE
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