Southwind Foods Issues Nationwide Recall Over Radioactive Shrimp

Southwind Foods LLC of Carson, CA, is recalling more than 60 lots of frozen shrimp due to potential contamination with the radionuclide Cesium-137 (Cs-137), a manmade isotope linked to an increased cancer risk from long-term exposure. The recalled products were distributed between June 24 and September 16, 2025, to retailers, distributors, and wholesalers across 31 states, including California, New York, Texas, Florida, and others.

Cs-137 contamination can occur in foods processed in areas affected by environmental incidents. The FDA is investigating reports of contamination in shipping containers and shrimp products from PT. Bahari Makmur Sejati (BMS Foods) of Indonesia. Authorities in Indonesia identified an accidental source outside the company’s control.

Consumers are urged not to consume the recalled frozen shrimp and to either return it to the point of purchase for a full refund or dispose of it safely. Questions can be directed to Southwind Foods at 323-262-8222. More information is available on the FDA recall website.

25-09-2025