More Frozen Shrimp Reeled In Due to Possible Radioactive Contamination
Federal authorities announced on Thursday that additional frozen shrimp products are being recalled due to concerns of radioactive contamination.
Southwind Foods, based in California, has initiated a recall of frozen shrimp items sold under various brand names, including Sand Bar, Arctic Shores, Best Yet, Great American, and First Street.
The implicated products were shipped to retailers and distributors in nine states—Alabama, Arizona, California, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, Utah, Virginia, and Washington—between July 17 and August 8.
The shrimp have the potential to be tainted with Cesium-137, a radioactive isotope resulting from nuclear processes.
Additionally, Walmart has recalled Great Value frozen raw shrimp from 13 states due to similar contamination fears.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a safety advisory after Cesium-137 was detected in shipping containers at four U.S. ports, as well as in a sample of frozen breaded shrimp imported by BMS Foods from Indonesia.
The FDA urges consumers to refrain from consuming the recalled shrimp products.
Cesium-137 is commonly found in the environment, including within food, soil, and the atmosphere.
The primary health concern associated with this isotope is linked to prolonged, low-level exposure, which may elevate cancer risks.
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