Summary
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warned people not to eat certain Great Value brand shrimp sold at Walmart because they might be contaminated with a radioactive substance, Cesium-137. The shrimp haven't been sold in U.S. stores, but products from the Indonesian supplier are blocked until the issue is fixed. Customers are advised to throw away the affected shrimp and can get a refund from Walmart.
Key Facts
- The FDA issued a warning about some shrimp possibly having a radioactive substance called Cesium-137.
- The concern involves Great Value brand raw frozen shrimp at Walmart.
- U.S. Customs noticed the contamination at four U.S. ports.
- The shrimp did not enter the U.S. supply chain, according to the FDA.
- Indonesia's BMS Foods allegedly prepared the shrimp under poor conditions, leading to the contamination.
- Affected shrimp have specific lot codes and best-by dates.
- Walmart has recalled the affected shrimp and offers refunds to customers.
- The FDA says low exposure is not immediately harmful, but long-term exposure can pose health risks.
