# Major Recall Alert: Raw Shrimp, Cooked Shrimp, Shrimp Skewers Recalled Due to Possible Radionuclide (Cesium-137) Contamination
Seafood lovers, take note! AquaStar (USA) Corp of Seattle, WA, has issued a significant recall involving frozen shrimp products due to potential contamination with radionuclide Cesium-137 (Cs-137). This recall affects three types of shrimp sold under the Kroger, Kroger Mercado, and AquaStar brands. Consumers across the United States need to be aware of this situation, as exposure to Cs-137 can pose severe health risks over time.
## Why This Recall is Important
Cesium-137 (Cs-137) is a man-made radioactive isotope that can contaminate food and water in certain environmental conditions. While trace levels of Cs-137 exist naturally in the environment, higher concentrations may increase cancer risks due to DNA damage caused by prolonged exposure.
The shrimp products included in this recall were processed by PT. Bahari Makmur Sejati, an Indonesian food producer, and distributed to retail stores in over 30 U.S. states between June 12, 2025, and September 17, 2025. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has confirmed that no illnesses have been reported to date, but that the shrimp involved may have been prepared, packed, or held in conditions that could lead to Cs-137 contamination.
## Details of the Recall
The recalled products include frozen raw, cooked, and skewer-style shrimp sold nationwide. Below are the specifics:
- **Recalled Products:**
- **Kroger Raw Colossal EZ Peel Shrimp**
- **Weight:** 2 lbs.
- **Packaging:** Transparent bag with a blue band and yellow/red details.
- **Quantity Recalled:** 49,920 bags.
- **Kroger Mercado Cooked Medium Peeled Tail-Off Shrimp**
- **Weight:** 2 lbs.
- **Packaging:** Clear plastic bag with a white label and green stripes.
- **Quantity Recalled:** 18,000 bags.
- **AquaStar Raw Peeled Tail-On Shrimp Skewers**
- **Weight:** 1.25 lbs.
- **Packaging:** Printed bag with a black top, blue bottom, and skewer images.
- **Quantity Recalled:** 17,264 bags.
- **Retail Locations Affected:**
The shrimp was sold at major retailers, including Kroger, Ralphs, Fred Meyer, King Soopers, Fry’s, and more, across the following states: AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, GA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MI, MO, MS, MT, NE, NM, NV, OH, OR, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV, WY.
- **Distributor:** PT. Bahari Makmur Sejati (BMS Foods), Indonesia.
- **Health Risk:** Prolonged, repeated exposure to cesium-137 through contaminated food may increase the risk of cancer due to DNA damage in living cells.
For more information, you can visit the **official FDA recall notice** [here](https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/aquastar-usa-corp-recalls-kroger-frozen-raw-ez-peel-kroger-mercado-frozen-cooked-shrimp-and-aquastar).
## What You Should Do
**If you’ve purchased any of the recalled shrimp, follow these important steps:**
1. **Stop Using the Product:** Do not eat affected shrimp products, even if they appear normal.
2. **Dispose of or Return for Refund:** You can safely discard the product or return it to the store of purchase for a full refund.
3. **Contact the Company for Questions:** AquaStar can be reached at 1-800-331-3440, Monday-Friday, 8 AM-5 PM PST.
The FDA is continuing to investigate the contamination with Customs & Border Protection and has recommended recalls to prevent further risk to public health.
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For detailed information, visit the **official FDA announcement** [here](https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/aquastar-usa-corp-recalls-kroger-frozen-raw-ez-peel-kroger-mercado-frozen-cooked-shrimp-and-aquastar).