Frozen Shrimp Recalled Due to Possible Radioactive Contamination

Southwind Foods, LLC has had a series of recalls due to possible radionuclide (Cesium-137) contamination. There are widespread traces of Cs-137 in the environment, but they can be found in higher levels in water or food that’s been produced in an area that is environmentally contaminated. Repeated low-level exposure to contaminated food or water can be dangerous because it can elevate the risk of cancer. If you believe you were harmed by contaminated shrimp, you should consult the seasoned Chicago-based lawyers of Moll Law Group. Billions have been recovered in cases with which we’ve been involved.

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The initial Southwind recall on August 21, 2025 involved bagged frozen shrimp that was distributed to retailers, wholesalers and distributors in certain states between June 24-September 16, 2025. The shrimp was sold under the brand names Sand Bar/Arctic Shores/Best Yet/Great American/First Street.

The FDA began actively investigating the findings of Cesium-137 contamination in frozen shrimp products that were processed by PT. Bahari Makmur Sejati. Subsequently, even more shrimp processed by this Indonesian company has been recalled because it might be radioactive. Another recall occurred on August 22 of Great Value-branded frozen raw shrimp. On August 27, frozen cooked shrimp sold under the brand Kroger Mercado was recalled. On August 28, Aqua Star-branded cocktail shrimp was recalled. Other recalls have been of the brands Aqua Star, Kroger, and Sand Bar/Arctic Shores/Best Yet/Great American First Street.

Another recall, this one on September 30, involves frozen raw shrimp sold by Sea Port Products Corp that may have been exposed to Cesium-137; the impacted shrimp is Sea Port brand Frozen Raw Easy Peel White Shrimp, jumbo size 16/20 count per pound. It was distributed to independent retailers in a limited number of states between July 10 and Sept. 22. Affected bags of shrimp can be identified by the lot codes on the back of the bag. For the 1 lb. bag, the Lot code is C10524 SO502 080, with a best by date of May 08, 2028, UPC 659878010019.

There has also been another recall of Southwind shrimp.

If you were harmed by contaminated frozen shrimp, you may be able to recover compensation by bringing a product liability lawsuit. These lawsuits can be pursued when a product is defective in terms of its manufacturing, design, or marketing. Theories of liability that may be used, depending on the state, include negligence, strict liability, breach of warranty, breach of contract, and statutory violations.

When our lawyers are able to establish one of these defects and prove liability, we may be able to recover damages, both economic and noneconomic. Economic damages may include medical bills, lost wages, out-of-pocket costs. Noneconomic damages may include pain and suffering, mental distress, emotional anguish, loss of consortium, and lost earning capacity.

If you were injured by radioactive or otherwise contaminated shrimp, call the seasoned Chicago-based product liability lawyers of Moll Law Group to determine whether you have a viable claim.  We are dedicated to fighting for injured consumers around the country. Complete our online form or call us at 312.462.1700.