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Arctic Shores Frozen Shrimp Recall Expanded for Cs-137 Contamination (2025)

Southwind Foods LLC dba Great American Seafood Imports Co. expanded recall covers Arctic Shores, Best Yet, Great American and Master Catch frozen shrimp sold nationwide by multiple retailers after Cesium-137 contamination was detected. The contaminated product was manufactured under insanitary conditions. Consumers should not eat the product and should contact the company for refunds or replaced.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
September 23, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brands
Arctic Shores, Best Yet, Great American...
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

Frozen cooked shrimp sold under multiple brand names. Consumers typically use these products in meals or seafood dishes. They are distributed nationwide through various retailers.

Why This Is Dangerous

The products were produced under insanitary conditions and may be contaminated with Cesium-137. Contaminated seafood presents a health risk if consumed.

Industry Context

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

Real-World Impact

Consumers may face radiation exposure risk from eating contaminated shrimp. The recall covers a large quantity and wide distribution, increasing potential exposure.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Check the brand names Arctic Shores, Best Yet, Great American, Master Catch.
  2. Review the listed UPCs for your products.
  3. Compare the Best By Dates to the dates listed in the recall.

Where to find product info

UPC codes and Best By Dates are printed on the product packaging and can be cross-checked against the recall notice.

What timeline to expect

Refunds or replacements typically take 4-8 weeks after claim submission.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Document all attempts to contact the company.
  • File a consumer safety complaint with the CPSC if the company is unresponsive.
  • Consider seeking legal advice for unaddressed claims.

How to prevent similar issues

  • In future seafood purchases, check recall databases for your brands.
  • Prefer suppliers with transparent recall records.
  • Verify UPCs and date codes at purchase and store.
  • Report concerns to health authorities if symptoms develop.

Documentation advice

Keep photos of product packaging, UPCs, Best By dates, receipts, and all correspondence with the company.

Product Details

Brands: Arctic Shores, Best Yet, Great American, Master Catch. Product: Frozen cooked shrimp. Package sizes include 2 lb, 1 lb, and 12 oz bags. UPCs listed in recall include 041130810497, 041130810411, 041130811685, 041130810817, 042187002705, 829944012623, 042187002712, 829944012630, 042187002729, 829944011510, 041130812385, 042187002736, 829944013576, 829944012616, 829944093073, 041130810466, 041130810473, 042187002743, 829944011541, 717544137047, 829944012173, 829944002631, 042187002750, 829944011565, 829944010674, 829944011381, 042187002774, 829944092540, 041130812392. Sold at: Various U.S

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • 93,122 cases recalled (1,275,765 lbs)
  • Distributed to 34 states via 26 domestic retail consignees
  • Recall date: 2025-09-23; Report date: 2025-10-29
  • Hazard: Cesium-137 contamination; insanitary manufacturing conditions
  • UPC codes listed in recall include: 041130810497, 041130810411, 041130811685, 041130810817, 04218705
  • Remedy: Refund or replacement offered by the manufacturer

Safety Guide

Not sure what to do next? Our guide walks you through the process step by step.

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Safety Assessment

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

Product Details

Model Numbers
Best By Date: 4/18/2027
4/19/2027
4/20/2027
4/21/2027
4/22/2027
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Affected States
Nationwide
Report Date
October 29, 2025
Source Agency
FDA - Food Safety
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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