HIGH

Great American Frozen Shrimp Skewers Recalled for Cesium-137 Contamination

Great American Seafood Imports issued a recall for 93,122 cases of frozen raw shrimp skewers on September 23, 2025. The product may contain Cesium-137 due to insanitary manufacturing conditions. Consumers should not consume these skewers and seek a refund.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
September 23, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
Great American Seafood Imports
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 Great American branded Frozen Raw Shrimp Skewers in 1lb bags, with UPCs 829944002716 and 829944002372. The product has a Best By Date of 5/12/2027, 5/11/2027, or 5/21/2027. It was distributed to 26 domestic retail consignees across multiple states.

The Hazard

The shrimp skewers may be contaminated with Cesium-137, a radioactive isotope that poses serious health risks. This recall is an expansion of a previous notification, indicating ongoing concerns about the product's safety.

Reported Incidents

No specific incidents or injuries have been reported related to this recall. The contamination risk is classified as high, prompting the recall.

What to Do

Consumers should not consume the product and should contact Southwind Foods LLC for refund or replacement information. Notifications may occur via email, letter, press release, or telephone.

Contact Information

For more information, call Southwind Foods LLC at 1-800-XXX-XXXX. Visit their website for further instructions and updates on the recall.

Key Facts

  • 93,122 cases recalled
  • Best By Dates: 5/12/2027, 5/11/2027, 5/21/2027
  • Contaminated with Cesium-137
  • Manufactured under insanitary conditions
  • Contact for refund or replacement

Get Alerts for Food & Beverages Recalls

Get notified about recalls in categories you care about.

Safety Assessment

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

Product Classification

Product TypeFrozen Shrimp Skewer
Sold At
Multiple Retailers

Product Details

Model Numbers
Best By Date: 5/12/2027
5/11/2027
5/21/2027
Affected States
Nationwide
Report Date
October 29, 2025
Source Agency
FDA - Food Safety
Recall Status
ACTIVE

Related Recalls

HIGH

M.C.I. Foods Recalls Breakfast Burritos Over Listeria Risk

M.C.I. Foods recalled 330 cases of Cheese and Egg with Green Salsa Breakfast Burritos on October 16, 2025. The cooked egg ingredient tested positive for Listeria Monocytogenes. The product is not for retail sale and was distributed to seven distributors nationwide.

M.C.I. Foods
Cooked egg
Read more
HIGH

M.C.I. Foods Recalls Egg and Cheese Breakfast Burritos Due to Listeria

M.C.I. Foods recalled 1,040 cases of Egg and Cheese Breakfast Burritos on October 16, 2025. Testing revealed potential Listeria Monocytogenes contamination in the cooked egg ingredient. The affected products are not for retail sale and were distributed to institutional clients nationwide.

M.C.I. Foods
Cooked egg
Read more