Is my Tovala-brand frozen shrimp recalled?

Check the UPC on the bag. The recalled product is UPC 829944085788 and has Best By Date 4/27/2027. The product is 5 oz IQF shrimp under the Tovala brand distributed by Southwind Foods LLC dba Great American Seafood Imports.

What is Cs-137 and why is this dangerous?

Cesium-137 is a radioactive isotope. Contamination can pose health risks if ingested. The recall notes insanitary production conditions as the source.

How can I tell if my package is affected?

Look for UPC 829944085788, the 5 oz IQF bag, and Best By Date 4/27/2027. Distribution covered 26 states.

What should I do if I have a recalled bag?

Do not consume it. Contact the supplier for refund or replacement information using the methods listed in the recall notice.

Will cooking remove the contamination?

Cooking does not reliably eliminate radioactive contamination. Do not rely on cooking to make the product safe.

How many units are recalled?

93,122 cases across 1,275,765 pounds of product are part of this recall.

Where can I file a complaint if the company is unresponsive?

You can contact the FDA recall portal and your state consumer protection office for guidance.

Are other products affected by this recall?

The notice states this is an expansion to the original recall. Other products have not been confirmed as affected by this update.

When will I receive a refund or replacement?

Refunds or replacements are being offered via multiple notification methods. Processing times vary and can take several weeks.

Should I keep evidence of my purchase?

Yes. Save receipts, photos of the packaging and UPC, and any communication with the seller.

Where can I find more information?

The FDA recall page for H-0115-2026 provides official details and updates.

What language should I expect from the recall?

Expect guidance to stop using the product and contact the supplier for refund or replacement.

HIGHSeptember 23, 2025

Southwind Foods' Tovala-brand Frozen Shrimp Recalled for Cs-137 Contamination (93,122 Cases, 2025)

Southwind Foods LLC, doing business as Great American Seafood Imports, recalled 93,122 cases of Tovala-brand frozen raw phosphate-free shrimp after identifying potential Cesium-137 contamination. The recall expands a prior action and notes insanitary production conditions. Consumers who bought the 5 oz IQF bag with UPC 829944085788 should not eat it and should contact the supplier for refund or re

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date: September 23, 2025
Hazard Level: HIGH
Brand: Southwind Foods LLC dba 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

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About This Product

This recall concerns a frozen raw shrimp product sold under the Tovala brand, distributed by Great American Seafood Imports. The product is sold in 5 oz IQF bags.

Why This Is Dangerous

The product was produced under insanitary conditions and may be contaminated with Cesium-137, a radioactive isotope. Contamination poses a poisoning risk if ingested.

Industry Context

This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern.

Real-World Impact

Consumers who bought the product should not consume it. The recall covers 93,122 cases across 26 states, potentially affecting household kitchens and retailers.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

Check packaging for UPC 829944085788.
Confirm bag size is 5 oz and labeled Tovala-brand frozen shrimp.
Check Best By Date: 4/27/2027.

Where to find product info

Refer to the FDA recall page with recall number H-0115-2026 and the packaging UPC on the product label.

What timeline to expect

Refund or replacement processing typically takes 4-6 weeks after contact.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

Document all attempts to contact the supplier.
File a complaint with the FDA recall portal and your state consumer protection office if needed.

How to prevent similar issues

When buying frozen shrimp, verify UPCs and best-by dates.
Only buy from reputable retailers with recall notices.
Keep receipts and packaging for future refunds.

Documentation advice

Save receipts, take photos of the packaging label and UPC, track all communications with the supplier.

Product Details

Brand: Southwind Foods LLC dba Great American Seafood Imports Product: Tovala-branded Frozen Raw Shrimp, 5 oz IQF bag UPC: 829944085788 Best By Date: 4/27/2027 Cases: 93,122 Total Weight: 1,275,765 lbs Distribution: 26 states (AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, HI, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OR, PA, RI, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WY) Sold Since: Unknown Price: Unknown

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

93,122 cases recalled
1,275,765 lbs total
Best By Date: 4/27/2027
UPC 829944085788
Distributed to 26 states
Expansion to original recall

View Original Recall on FDA - Food Safety

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH

Severity Score

8/ 10

Affected Groups

GENERAL

Injury Types

POISONING

Product Classification

CategoryFood & Beverages › Seafood

Product TypeFrozen Raw Shrimp (IQF)

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