In the wake of a worrying nationwide recall, Hawai‘i's Department of Health (DOH) has issued an alert concerning a batch of frozen shrimp products by Southwind Foods, LLC. The seafood, marketed under several brand names, is being yanked off shelves due to potential contamination with the radioactive isotope Cesium-137. As reported by the Hawai‘i Department of Health, the contaminated shipment has so far been kept out of the U.S. market, but the recall was triggered as a precautionary measure against possible health risks.
This potential contamination stems from a single imported shipment that was flagged for Cesium-137, although consumers can breathe a little easier knowing none of the alerted products have made it into American homes just yet. Distributed nationwide, these frozen shrimp products have found their way onto the shelves of local Hawaiian supermarkets, including the chain Foodland. Listed under such names as Sand Bar, Arctic Shores, Best Yet, Great American and First Street, the recall encompasses various SKUs, UPCs, and best-by-dates. Paying attention to the details, shoppers need to scrutinize the labels on their frozen shrimp, especially if it belongs to the Great American Seafood Import Co. brand, according to the Hawai‘i Department of Health.
Cesium-137, a radioactive material from nuclear reactors and weapons, has been found in some shrimp. Hawai‘i Department of Health urging anyone who bought the recalled shrimp to throw it away or return it for a refund. They've shared detailed info like item descriptions, best-by dates, and purchase order numbers to help people identify the affected products.
If you have a bag of Great American Seafood Import Co. frozen shrimp skewers, check the label. The recalled products have PO# 16379 or 16380, UPC 829944002372, and best-by dates of 5/11/2027 or 5/21/2027. If you have questions about the recall or cesium-137, the Hawai‘i Department of Health recommends visiting their website or contacting them for more information.
