Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- August 19, 2025
- Hazard Level
- HIGH
- Brand
- Great American Seafood Imports Co.
- Category
- Food & Beverages
- Sold At
- Multiple Retailers
- Geographic Scope
- 9 states
- 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
- 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
- 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
- 3Follow the official remedy from FDA - Food Safety; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
- 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.
Check these identifiers
- Brand
- Great American Seafood Imports Co.
- Product type
- Frozen raw shrimp
- Model numbers
- Lot# 087305, 125143, 130632, 128267
- Sizes
- 2 lb
- Sold at
- Multiple Retailers
- Where affected
- AL, AZ, CA, MA, MN, PA, UT, VA +1 more
Recall Timeline
Key dates and source checks for this recall record.
Recall announced
August 19, 2025
Reported by FDA FOOD
September 24, 2025
RecallRadar source check
April 18, 2026
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 Southwind Foods LLC dba Great American Seafood Imports Co. for refund or replacement information. Notification method: E-Mail
About This Product
Frozen raw shrimp sold in 2 lb bags under multiple brands. Consumers typically buy for meal prep or seafood dishes.
Why This Is Dangerous
Insanitary production conditions may have allowed Cs-137 contamination in the shrimp, creating a potential health risk.
Industry Context
This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern in the notice.
Real-World Impact
If consumed, there could be a health risk associated with radioactive contamination. Consumers should avoid use and seek refunds or replacements.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- Check package for 2 lb label and brand names Sand Bar, Great American, or First Street.
Where to find product info
UPC codes and lot numbers are on the product label and packaging.
What timeline to expect
Refunds or replacements processed after eligibility verification; typical 4-8 weeks.
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- Document contact attempts
- File a consumer complaint with the FDA/CFPB if needed
How to prevent similar issues
- Buy from reputable sources
- Check recall notices before purchase
- When in doubt, avoid seafood with uncertain lot codes
Documentation advice
Keep product packaging, purchase receipt, recall notice, and all email communications.
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Product Details
Brand: Great American Seafood Imports Co. (also sold under Sand Bar and First Street brands). Product: Frozen raw shrimp, 2 lb bags. UPCs: 011110641182; 829944010612; 041512179471; 829944010698; 8299440106636. Recall date: 2025-08-19. Distribution: Alabama, Arizona, California, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, Utah, Virginia, Washington. Quantity: 11,081 cases. Models/Lot codes: Lot# 087305, 125143, 130632, 128267.
Reported Incidents
No injuries or incidents have been reported.
Key Facts
- States distributed to: AL, AZ, CA, MA, MN, PA, UT, VA, WA
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