Walmart Recalls Frozen Shrimp Amid Radioactive Contamination Concerns
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Walmart has recalled certain frozen shrimp sold in 13 states due to potential radioactive contamination with Cesium-137, detected in imported products from Indonesia. The FDA advises consumers to discard the affected shrimp, though the risk level is considered low. The contamination was found in shipping containers and a sample of breaded shrimp, prompting a recall of specific lot codes of Great Value brand shrimp.
- Walmart recalls its frozen shrimp in 13 states, citing potential radioactive contamination PBS
- FDA warns public not to eat possibly radioactive shrimp sold at Walmart ABC News
- Walmart recalls frozen shrimp over potential radioactive contamination NPR
- FDA issues warning, investigating after radioactive shrimp bound for Walmart detected at major US ports Fox Business
- FDA issues safety alert on Walmart frozen shrimp in Louisiana, 12 other states yahoo.com
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