Potentially Radioactive Shrimp Recalled By Walmart, Warning Issued To Consumers

Walmart Recalls Frozen Shrimp After Radioactive Contamination Warning

The Food and Drug Administration urged consumers to discard packages of frozen shrimp sold in 13 states. A food safety expert said the risk to the public was low.

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday issued a warning about a frozen shrimp brand sold at some Walmart stores in the U.S. due to radioactive contamination.

Walmart recalls potentially radioactive shrimp sold in 13 US states

FDA officials detected Cesium-137, a radioactive isotope, in shipping containers and a sample of shrimp from IndonesiaWalmart has recalled frozen, raw shrimp sold in 13 states because federal health officials say it could have potential radioactive contamination.The US Food and Drug Administration asked Walmart to pull three lots of Great Value brand frozen shrimp from stores after federal officials detected Cesium-137, a radioactive isotope, in…

Radioactive shrimp: US FDA issues recall on Walmart frozen seafood; here's why cancer risk is a concern

US health officials announced a recall of shrimp from Indonesia. The shrimp, sold at Walmart, contained traces of radiation. The FDA stated the levels posed no immediate hazard. However, long-term exposure could raise cancer risk. The FDA advised consumers to discard the recalled shrimp. This action ensures food safety. Consumers should check packaging and follow FDA guidelines.

Walmart recalls frozen shrimp over potential radioactive contamination

Walmart has recalled frozen, raw shrimp sold in 13 states because federal health officials say it could have potential radioactive contamination.

Don't eat these potentially radioactive shrimp, FDA warns

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning people to avoid eating certain raw frozen shrimp sold in Walmart stores as the agency investigates possible contamination by Cesium-137, a radioactive isotope.