Southwind Foods, LLC has announced a voluntary recall of several frozen shrimp products after U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) testing revealed potential contamination with Cesium-137 (Cs-137), a radioactive substance linked to long-term health risks.
The recall affects frozen raw and cooked shrimp sold under the brand names Sand Bar, Arctic Shores, Best Yet, Great American, and First Street.
The products were distributed between July 17 and August 8, 2025 in nine states: Alabama, Arizona, California, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, Utah, Virginia, and Washington.
According to the FDA, the shrimp was imported from Indonesian supplier PT. Bahari Makmur Sejati (BMS Foods), where containers tested positive for radioactive contamination at U.S. ports.
While no illnesses have been reported, authorities warn that long-term exposure to Cs-137 could increase the risk of cancer.
Consumers are urged not to eat the recalled shrimp and instead discard the products safely or return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
The FDA has also placed BMS Foods on an import alert, blocking further shipments until safety concerns are resolved. Investigations into the full extent of the contamination are ongoing.
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