Walmart Recalls Frozen Shrimp Due to Potential Radioactive Contamination

Walmart has initiated a recall of specific frozen raw shrimp products sold under the Great Value brand in 13 states, following the detection of Cesium-137, a radioactive isotope, in imported shipments. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) identified the contamination in shipping containers and a sample of breaded shrimp imported from Indonesia.

The affected products include Great Value frozen raw shrimp with lot codes 8005540-1, 8005538-1, and 8005539-1, all bearing a best-by date of March 15, 2027. These items were distributed in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana ... , and West Virginia. Consumers are advised to discard these products or return them to any ... a refund.

The FDA's investigation began after U.S. Customs and Border ... detected Cesium-137 in shipping ... at ports in Los Angeles, Houston ... , and Savannah, Georgia. Subsequent testing confirmed contamination in a sample of frozen breaded shrimp ... While the detected levels were below the FDA's intervention threshold, the agency recommends avoiding potentially contaminated products to reduce exposure to low-level radiation over time.

Cesium-137 is a ... and is commonly found in the environment in trace amounts. The FDA continues to work with Indonesian authorities to investigate the source of the contamination and prevent further affected products from entering the U.S. market.