More than 77 tons of frozen shrimp recalled because of radiation risk
No illness had been reported to date
AquaStar (USA) Corp. of Seattle, WA,is recalling more than 155,000 pounds of frozen Kroger shrimp because it may have been contaminated with radioactive material. The 77.5 tons of Kroger shrimp was sold at Baker’s, City Market, Dillons, Food 4 Less, Foodsco, Fred Meyer, Fry’s, Gerbes, Jay C, King Soopers, Kroger, Mariano’s, Metro Market, Pay Less Supermarkets, Pick ‘n Save, Ralphs, Smith’s and QFC stores in AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, GA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MI, MO, MS, MT, NE, NM, NV, OH, OR, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV and WY between June 12, 2025 and Sept. 17, 2025.
There is concern that consumers may have the shrimp in their freezers because of its long shelf life, which reaches into 2027. The recalled products are Kroger Raw Colossal EZ Peel Shrimp in 2-pound bags, Kroger Mercado Cooked Medium Peeled Tail-Off Shrimp in 2-pound bags, and AquaStar Raw Peeled Tail-on Shrimp Skewers in 1.75-pound bags.
According to the Food and Drug Administration, the shrimp may have been prepared, packed, or held under insanitary conditions whereby they may have become contaminated with cesium-137 (Cs-137). The FDA is investigating whether the shrimp may have become contaminated after being shipped in contaminated containers. To date no contaminated shrimp has been found.
Consumers who have purchased affected shrimps should not consume the product and should dispose of or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 800-331-3440.
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