More bags of shrimp are being recalled for possible radioactive contamination — expanding an initial recall to include more affected brands and stores, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
The initial recall was made last month when the FDA was investigating reports of Cesium-137 contamination in shipping containers and frozen shrimp products processed by PT. Bahari Makmur Sejati — doing business as BMS Foods — of Indonesia.
It was detected in shipping containers at four U.S. ports: Los Angeles, California; Houston, Texas; Miami, Florida; and Savannah, Georgia.
The latest recall includes products sold by AquaStar (USA) Corp, because they may have been prepared, packed, or held under insanitary conditions whereby they may have become contaminated with cesium-137 (Cs-137).
The latest recall involves:
49,920 bags (net wt. 2lbs) of Kroger Raw Colossal EZ Peel Shrimp.
Approximately 18,000 bags (net wt. 2lbs) of Kroger Mercado Cooked Medium Peeled Tail-Off Shrimp.
Approximately 17,264 bags (net wt. 1.25lbs) of AquaStar Raw Peeled Tail-on Shrimp Skewers.
The affected shrimp was sold at Baker’s, City Market, Dillons, Food 4 Less, Foodsco, Fred Meyer, Fry’s, Gerbes, Jay C, King Soopers, Kroger, Mariano’s, Metro Market, Pay Less Supermarkets, Pick ‘n Save, Ralphs, Smith’s and QFC across the United States between June 12, 2025, and Sept. 17, 2025.
The initial recall involved frozen raw shrimp under the Great Value brand sold at Walmart, distributed by Beaver Street Fisheries LLC. The recall involved a limited quantity of Great Value Frozen Raw Shrimp EZ-Peel & Deveined Tail.
The second expanded recall included more shrimp sold under various brands.
Southwind Foods LLC recalled a limited quantity of frozen shrimp. The bagged, frozen shrimp product was distributed from July 17 through Aug. 8, 2025 to retailers, distributors, and wholesalers in the following states: Alabama, Arizona, California, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, Utah, Virginia, and Washington.
AquaStar (USA) Corp previously recalled approximately 18,000 bags (net wt. 2lbs) of Kroger Mercado Cooked Medium Peeled Tail-Off Shrimp. The product was sold at Baker’s, Gerbes, Jay C, Kroger, Mariano’s, Metro Market, Pay Less Supermarkets, and Pick ‘n Save across multiple states.
Aquastar (USA) also recalled cocktail shrimp 6 oz. sold at Walmart stores in several states from July 31 through Aug. 16. The product was sold in refrigerated condition and has a 12-day shelf life and with various Best if Use By dates.
No illnesses have been reported to date linked to these recalls.
Cesium-137 is a man-made radioisotope of cesium. Traces of it are widespread and can be present in the environment at background levels, and at higher levels in water or foods grown, raised, or produced in areas with environmental contamination.
The primary health effect of concern following longer term, repeated low dose exposure (e.g., through consumption of contaminated food or water over time) is an elevated risk of cancer, resulting from damage to DNA within living cells of the body.
If you purchased one of the impacted lots of raw or cooked frozen shrimp, throw it away or return the shrimp to the place of purchase for a full refund. You should not eat or serve this product.
If you suspect you have been exposed to elevated levels of cesium, talk to your health care provider.