More brands added to radioactive shrimp recall

"The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has expanded a nationwide recall of potentially radioactive frozen shrimp, including brands sold in Massachusetts. The recall now includes Southwind Foods products sold in Massachusetts and nine other states under various brand names, including Sand Bar, Best Yet, Arctic Shores, Great American, and First Street. The products were distributed between July 17 and Aug. 8 and have "best-by" dates that extend into 2027, the FDA said."

"The notice follows Walmart's recent recall of frozen, raw shrimp sold in 13 states due to the presence of radioactive isotope Cesium-137 in shipping containers from Indonesia. Officials said the contamination levels aren't immediately harmful, but warned that repeated exposure could increase long-term cancer risks. The FDA and U.S. Customs are working with Indonesian regulators to trace the source. "Consumers who have purchased the recalled frozen shrimp should not consume the product"

FDA expanded a nationwide recall of potentially radioactive frozen shrimp after detection linked to shipments from Indonesia. The recall now covers Southwind Foods products sold in Massachusetts and nine other states under brand names such as Sand Bar, Best Yet, Arctic Shores, Great American, and First Street, with distribution from July 17 to Aug. 8 and best-by dates into 2027. Separate recalls cover AquaStar and Kroger's Mercado in other states. Officials reported Cesium-137 in shipping containers and said contamination levels are not immediately harmful, but repeated exposure could raise long-term cancer risk. Consumers should not eat recalled shrimp and may return it for refunds.

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