HIGH

Great American Seafood Recalls Frozen Shrimp Contaminated with Cesium-137

Great American Seafood recalled 11,081 cases of frozen raw shrimp on August 19, 2025. The product may have been contaminated with Cesium-137 due to insanitary manufacturing conditions. Consumers should not eat the shrimp and seek refunds.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
August 19, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
Great American Seafood
Category
Food & Beverages
Sold At
Multiple Retailers
Geographic Scope
9 states
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL

Hazard Information

Product manufactured under insanitary conditions whereby it may have been contaminated with Cesium-137 (Cs-137)

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: E-Mail

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Product Details

The recall involves Sand Bar, Great American, and First Street branded frozen raw shrimp sold in 2-pound plastic bags. The affected UPCs include 011110641182, 829944010612, 041512179471, 829944010698, and 8299440106636. The product was distributed across Alabama, Arizona, California, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, Utah, Virginia, and Washington.

The Hazard

The recalled shrimp may contain Cesium-137, a radioactive isotope that poses serious health risks if ingested. Consumption of contaminated seafood can lead to radiation poisoning and increased cancer risk.

Reported Incidents

No incidents or injuries have been reported as of the recall date. However, the potential health risks associated with Cesium-137 contamination require immediate consumer action.

What to Do

Consumers should not consume the recalled shrimp. Contact Southwind Foods LLC at the provided email for refund or replacement information.

Contact Information

For more details, visit the FDA recall notice at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/enforcement/enforce_rpt-Product-Tabs.cfm?recall_number=H-0603-2025.

Key Facts

  • Recall date: August 19, 2025
  • Quantity: 11,081 cases
  • Distribution: Multiple states
  • Contaminant: Cesium-137
  • No reported injuries

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Safety Assessment

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

Product Classification

Product Details

Model Numbers
Lot# 087305
125143
130632
128267
Affected States
AL, AZ, CA, MA, MN, PA, UT, VA, WA
Report Date
September 24, 2025
Source Agency
FDA - Food Safety
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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