More than 85,000 bags of frozen shrimp sold under Kroger and AquaStar brands are being recalled due to possible contamination with cesium-137 (Cs-137), a radioactive material linked to increased cancer risk.
The recall was announced by Seattle-based AquaStar (USA) Corp. and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). No illnesses or injuries have been reported so far.
Affected Products
The recall includes shrimp products sold between June 12 and Sept. 17, 2025, across more than 30 U.S. states. Affected items include:
Kroger Raw Colossal EZ Peel Shrimp (2 lb. bags)
- Clear bags with blue bands and yellow/red accents
- “Best if Used By” dates: March 26, 2027 – April 24, 2027
- UPC: 20011110643906
- Multiple lot codes (e.g., 10662 5085 10, 10662 5097 11, 10662 5106 11, and others through 10662 5114 11)
Kroger Mercado Cooked Medium Peeled Tail-Off Shrimp (2 lb. bags)
- Clear bags with green-striped labels
- “Best Before” dates: October 22–23, 2027
- UPC: 011110626196
- Lot codes: 10662 5112 11, 10662 5113 10
AquaStar Raw Peeled Tail-On Shrimp Skewers (1.25 lb. bags)
- Bags with black tops, blue bottoms, and shrimp skewer images
- “Best if Used By” dates: November 7–15, 2027
- UPC: 731149390010
- Lot codes: 10662 5127 10, 10662 5128 11, 10662 5133 11, 10662 5135 10
States Where Sold
The recalled shrimp was distributed to grocery stores in at least 30 states, including: Alaska, Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, New Mexico, Nevada, Ohio, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, West Virginia, and Wyoming.
Health Risks of Cs-137
Cesium-137 is a man-made radioactive element that may contaminate soil, water, or food. While low-dose exposure over time often goes unnoticed, it can cause DNA damage and increase cancer risk.
What Consumers Should Do
- Do not eat the recalled shrimp.
- Dispose of it safely or return it to the store for a full refund.
- For questions, contact AquaStar at 800-331-3440 (Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. PT).
Ongoing FDA Investigation
The FDA is investigating whether shipments from PT. Bahari Makmur Sejati, an Indonesian seafood supplier, were the source of the contamination. The agency is coordinating with distributors and retailers to identify additional potentially affected shipments.
