Admiralty Island Fisheries Inc. (AquaStar) is recalling approximately 41,094 units of various frozen shrimp products under the Kroger, AquaStar, Best Yet, Waterfront Bistro, and Publix brands because they may be contaminated with Cesium-137 (Cs-137). The affected products include raw and cooked varieties, such as EZ-peel, peeled and deveined, and shrimp skewers. These products were distributed nationwide at various retailers including Kroger, Publix, Safeway, WinCo, and others. Consumers should return these products to the place of purchase for a full refund.
The shrimp may contain Cesium-137, a radioactive isotope. Consuming food contaminated with radioactive materials can increase the risk of cancer and other long-term health issues.
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Packaged in transparent printed bag with a blue band on the top with yellow and red details.
Packaged in clear plastic bag and has a white label with green stripes on top of each bag.
Packaged in a printed bag with a black top and blue bottom and printed pictures of the skewers inside.
Best Yet brand product was distributed by C&S Wholesale.
Sold at Shaws, Star Market, Albertsons, Eagle, Carrs-Safeway, and Safeway.
Product was sold at WinCo.
Product was sold at Publix.
Product was sold at Publix.
Product was sold at Publix.
AquaStar Raw, Peeled, Tail-On Shrimp Skewers, Net Wt 10 lb (8x1.25lb)
AquaStar Raw, Peeled, Tail-On Shrimp Skewers in Bag, front view
AquaStar Raw, Peeled, Tail-On Shrimp Skewers in Bag, Bag view
AquaStar Raw, Peeled, Tail-On Shrimp Skewers, Best used by date 11/8/2027
AquaStar Raw, Peeled, Tail-On Shrimp Skewers, Best used by date 11/7/2027
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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