Best Yet, Arctic Shores, and Great American branded frozen cooked shrimp were recalled on August 19, 2025, due to potential contamination with Cesium-137. The recall affects 11,081 cases distributed across nine states including California and Virginia. Consumers should stop using these products immediately and contact the manufacturer for refunds.
Product manufactured under insanitary conditions whereby it may have been contaminated with Cesium-137 (Cs-137)
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
The recalled shrimp are sold in 1 Pound, 12 OZ, 6 OZ, and 2 Pound plastic bags. UPCs include 042187002736, 042187002743, and several others. The products were distributed to Alabama, Arizona, California, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, Utah, Virginia, and Washington.
The shrimp may have been manufactured under insanitary conditions and could be contaminated with Cesium-137, a radioactive isotope. Consumption of contaminated seafood poses a high risk of radiation exposure.
There are no reported injuries or illnesses associated with this recall. As a precaution, consumers are advised not to consume the product.
Stop using the recalled shrimp immediately. Contact Southwind Foods LLC for refund or replacement information via email.
Consumers can reach Southwind Foods LLC at their website provided in the recall notice. For further inquiries, visit the FDA recall page.
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