More varieties and brands of shrimp sold across the U.S. are being recalled for possible radionuclide (Cesium-137) contamination. According to the Food and Drug Administration, the recall applies to frozen shrimp product that were distributed by California-based Southwind Foods LLC between July 17 and Aug. 8, 2025.

Although there’s been no confirmation of radiation risk in food purchased at Walmart stores, the FDA said that it has detected unsafe levels of cesium-137 contamination at four U.S. ports. This contamination likely suggests that the shrimp was packaged in unsanitary conditions.

I cover the intersection of leadership, culture & equity in business. According to a press release by FDA officials, the contaminated shrimp originated from Indonesia and was processed by PT. Bahari Makmur Sejati also known as BMS Foods. Due to this recall ...