Expanded Recall of Frozen Shrimp Due to Radioactive Concerns
Consumers across multiple states are urged to check their freezers as additional batches of frozen shrimp have been recalled over potential radioactive contamination, federal officials announced Thursday. The recall involves several well-known brands distributed by Southwind Foods, a company based in California.
The affected brands include Sand Bar, Arctic Shores, Best Yet, Great American, and First Street, with distribution having taken place from July 17 to August 8. The products reached various stores and wholesalers across nine states: Alabama, Arizona, California, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, Utah, Virginia, and Washington state.
This recall follows a similar action taken by Walmart earlier this week, which pulled Great Value frozen raw shrimp from shelves in 13 states. This action was prompted by concerns over potential contamination with Cesium-137, a radioactive byproduct of nuclear activity.
According to a notice from the FDA, the contamination was identified after federal officials detected Cesium-137 in shipping containers at four U.S. ports and in a sample of frozen breaded shrimp imported from Indonesia by BMS Foods.
While Cesium-137 traces are found globally in food, soil, and air, the FDA warns that prolonged exposure, even at low doses, could elevate cancer risk. Consequently, the FDA advises consumers to avoid consuming the recalled shrimp products.
For more information on the initial discovery and recall details, refer to the original report.
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