Active recall · Chemical contaminantUpdated · 1 yr 1 mo ago
Southwind Foods, LLC. recall: Frozen shrimp
Southwind Foods, LLC of Carson, California is voluntarily recalling a limited quantity of Frozen Shrimp , due to possible radionuclide (Cesium-137) contamination. Cs-137 is a man-made radioisotope of cesium. Traces of Cs-137 are widespread and can be present in the environment at background levels, and at higher levels in water or foods grown, raised, or produced in areas with environmental contamination. The primary health effect of concern following longer term, repeated low dose exposure (e.g., through consumption of contaminated food or water over time) is an elevated risk of cancer, resulting from damage to DNA within living cells of the body.
What to do
Consumers who have purchased the recall frozen shrimp should not consume the product and should dispose of the product or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-323-262-8222 Monday-Friday during normal business hours (8am-4pm Pacific Time).
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Which products
Frozen shrimp
- Producer
- Southwind Foods, LLC.
- Brand
- Sand Bar/Arctic Shores/Best Yet/Great American/First Street
More detail
Due to possible radionuclide (Cesium-137) contamination.
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