Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- December 18, 2025
- Hazard Level
- HIGH
- Brands
- Waterfront BISTRO, DIRECT SOURCE SEAFOOD
- Category
- Food & Beverages
- Sold At
- Multiple Retailers
- Geographic Scope
- Nationwide (50 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
- Waterfront BISTRO, DIRECT SOURCE SEAFOOD
- Product type
- Frozen Raw Shrimp
- Model numbers
- DSBMS2559 25115 S5060-5100, DSBMS2559 25116 S5060-5100
- Sold at
- Multiple Retailers
- Where affected
- Nationwide
Recall Timeline
Key dates and source checks for this recall record.
Recall announced
December 18, 2025
Reported by FDA FOOD
January 14, 2026
RecallRadar source check
January 21, 2026
Consumer action
Use the official remedy and keep documentation.
Hazard Information
Shrimp may be contaminated with Cesium-137 (Cs-137).
What You Should Do
Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Contact DIRECT SOURCE SEAFOOD LLC for refund or replacement information. Notification method: E-Mail
About This Product
Waterfront BISTRO Frozen Raw Shrimp is a seafood product typically used in various cooking applications. Consumers buy this product for its convenience and versatility in meals.
Why This Is Dangerous
Contamination with Cesium-137 poses a risk of radiation exposure, which can lead to serious health effects. It is crucial that consumers avoid consuming any potentially affected shrimp.
Industry Context
This recall is not part of a broader industry pattern.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- Check the UPC code on the packaging: 0 21130 13224 9.
- Look for the product name 'Waterfront BISTRO Frozen Raw Shrimp' on the pouch.
- Verify the product was purchased during the recall period.
Where to find product info
The UPC code is located on the back of the pouch, near the bottom.
What timeline to expect
Expect 4-6 weeks for refund processing once your request is submitted.
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- Contact the company again via email.
- Document all correspondence and attempts to resolve the issue.
- Consider filing a complaint with the FDA if there is no response.
How to prevent similar issues
- Always check for recall notices before purchasing seafood products.
- Look for quality certifications on seafood packaging.
- Be cautious of seafood products from less reputable sources.
Documentation advice
Keep your purchase receipts, any email correspondence regarding the recall, and take photos of the product for your records.
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Product Details
The recalled product is Waterfront BISTRO brand Frozen Raw Shrimp EZ PEEL SHELL & TAIL ON, packaged in a white flexible plastic pouch with multicolored labeling. The UPC is 0 21130 13224 9. The shrimp was sold in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Pennsylvania, Vermont, Colorado, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Montana, North Dakota, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, and Wyoming.
Key Facts
- Net weight: 32oz (2LB)
- Class II recall, 1,800 cases affected
- Sold in multiple states across the U.S.
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