US EditionPublished • loading... • Updated
Frozen shrimp recalled in 17 states over potential radioactive contamination
The FDA recalled about 83,800 bags of frozen shrimp contaminated with radioactive cesium-137 from Indonesian processors, sold under various brands in 17 states across major grocery chains.
- The FDA expanded its recall list on July 11, 2025, covering additional frozen raw shrimp sold at Price Chopper, Albertsons, and Safeway.
- Testing found Cesium‑137 linked to Indonesian processors, including Bahari Makmur Sejati , which tested positive for Cs‑137, a regulated man‑made radioisotope, the FDA said.
- Direct Source is recalling approximately 83,800 bags of shrimp imported from Indonesia sold under Market 32 and Waterfront Bistro, including UPC 041735013583 and UPC 02113013224 with April 2027 best‑by dates.
- Consumers should not eat recalled shrimp and should discard it, and those with product may return it to Price Chopper for a full refund; distributors and retailers must dispose of the product, with no illnesses reported as of Tuesday.
- The FDA said low-level radiation exposure over time can lead to serious health issues, and agencies monitor and regulate Cesium‑137, advising contact with medical providers if concerned.
Insights by Ground AI
22 Articles
22 Articles
Coverage Details
Total News Sources22
Leaning Left6Leaning Right1Center11Last UpdatedBias Distribution61% Center
Bias Distribution
- 61% of the sources are Center
61% Center
L 33%
C 61%
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
