HIGHFDA FOOD

H & N Group Frozen Shrimp Recalled for Cs-137 Contamination (2025)

H & N Group recalled 17,214 cases of frozen shrimp distributed to East Coast retailers after potential Cs-137 contamination. The product was manufactured under insanitary conditions. Consumers should not eat this product and should contact H & N Group for refund or replacement by telephone.

Official notice
H & N GroupFood & BeveragesLine Entries 594-0398297-4594-0398336-0594-0398335-2

Source-backed recall notice

No product image was available from the source feed.

Official source
FDA FOOD
Recall date
August 12, 2025
Status
ACTIVE
Severity
8/10

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
August 12, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
H & N Group
Category
Food & Beverages
Sold At
Multiple Retailers
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
H & N Group
Product type
Frozen Shrimp in Bulk Packaging
Model numbers
Line Entries 594-0398297-4, 594-0398336-0, 594-0398335-2, 594-0398337-8 E14 25106 HN521 139, E14 25107 HN521 139, E14 25108 HN522 080, E14 25109 HN522 080, E14 25118 HN523 139 +14 more
Sold at
Multiple Retailers

Recall Timeline

Key dates and source checks for this recall record.

  1. Recall announced

    August 12, 2025

  2. Reported by FDA FOOD

    September 3, 2025

  3. RecallRadar source check

    April 18, 2026

  4. Consumer action

    Use the official remedy and keep documentation.

Hazard Information

Product manufactured under insanitary conditions whereby it may have been contaminated with Cesium-137 (Cs-137)

What You Should Do

Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Contact H & N Group Inc. for refund or replacement information. Notification method: Telephone

About This Product

The recall concerns frozen shrimp sold in bulk packaging, intended for use in commercial or household settings. The product is distributed in multi-pound blocks and cases, commonly used for bulk meal preparation.

Why This Is Dangerous

The product may be contaminated with Cs-137 due to insanitary manufacturing conditions. Ingesting contaminated seafood poses health risks due to radiation exposure.

Industry Context

This recall is not indicated as part of a broader industry pattern in the provided data.

Real-World Impact

Consumers could face health risks if contaminated shrimp is consumed. The recall affects a large quantity of cases and requires action by affected consumers.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Review the recall notice for model entries and UPCs SH0176, SH0430, SH0320, SH0369, SH0370.
  2. Check packaging for listed Line Entries and HN codes.
  3. Compare your product to the recall details to determine eligibility.

Where to find product info

Refer to the FDA enforcement page cited in the recall and contact H & N Group Inc. for guidance.

What timeline to expect

Refunds or replacements typically take several weeks to process after contact.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Document all contact attempts with dates and times.
  • Escalate to consumer protection agencies if the company remains unresponsive.

How to prevent similar issues

  • Avoid bulk shrimp purchases with unclear sourcing.
  • Check recall alerts from FDA and CPSC for seafood products.
  • Verify packaging codes and UPCs before purchase in the future.

Documentation advice

Keep packaging, receipts, and all correspondence with the company. Take photos of product and UPCs for records.

Get instant alerts for Food & Beverages recalls

Be the first to know. Free instant alerts to your inbox.

No spamUnsubscribe anytime

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • 17,214 cases recalled across all brands
  • East Coast distribution to retail grocers
  • Bulk packaging includes 20 lb blocks and 9 lb cases with UPCs SH0176, SH0430, SH0320, SH0369, SH0370
  • Cs-137 contamination risk linked to insanitary processing conditions
  • Refund or replacement offered by H & N Group Inc.

Safety Guide

Not sure what to do next? Our guide walks you through the process step by step.

Read: What to Do When You Find a Recalled Product

Get Alerts for Food & Beverages Recalls

Get instant alerts for recalls that affect you. Free forever.

Safety Assessment

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

Product Classification

Product Details

Model Numbers
Line Entries 594-0398297-4
594-0398336-0
594-0398335-2
594-0398337-8 E14 25106 HN521 139
E14 25107 HN521 139
+17 more
Report Date
September 3, 2025
Source Agency
FDA - Food Safety
Recall Status
ACTIVE

Related Recalls