Radioactive Shrimp Recall Continues – Here’s Where it Was Sold in Minnesota
At the end of August, a recall was issued for frozen shrimp sold around the US due to possible radioactive contamination. Yeah, scary, and it sounds like something straight out of a movie.
News keeps coming out about this radioactive shrimp recall, and there are stores in Minnesota that are on the recall list.
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Radioactive Shrimp Recall
The original recall was issued on August 21st, 2025. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) writes that the shrimp was contaminated with something called Cesium-137, which is a man-made radioactive isotope.
What Happens if You Eat Radioactive Shrimp
If you have any of the recalled shrimp, DO NOT eat it!
If you eat something contaminated with Cesium-137, it can lead to an increased risk of cancer. You won't turn into an alien or grow a third ear like this Louisiana Senator claims. Sigh...
Anyway, you'll want to check your freezer to make sure you don't have this frozen shrimp.
Where Recalled, Radioactive Chrimp was Sold in Minnesota
Minnesota is a part of this recall, and the frozen shrimp was sold in Walmart stores in our state.
Here are the specific products sold at Walmart stores that are being recalled and what to look for on your packaging:
Product Name: Great Value Frozen Raw Shrimp EZ-Peel & Deveined Tail-On 21-25 Per lb
Product Type: Frozen Raw Ez Peel Tail-On Farm-Raised White Vannamei Shrimp, 2lb bag
Best By Date: 3/15/2027
UPC Codes: 078742133898, 078742133898, and 078742133898
Lot Codes: 8005540-1, 8005538-1, and 8005539-1
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