Summary
The FDA has issued a Class II recall for frozen cooked shrimp due to potential cesium contamination. The recall affects products distributed by H & N Group to around 30 locations in the Houston and Gulf Coast areas.
Key Facts
- The recall is classified as Class II by the FDA, meaning the product might cause temporary or reversible health effects.
- The affected product is Frozen Cooked Medium Shrimp, Peeled & Deveined, Tail Off-White Shrimp, sold in 1-pound bags.
- Around 3,780 units, packaged in 378 cases, are part of the recall.
- The shrimp was found to be potentially contaminated with Cesium-137, a radioactive substance.
- Distribution was limited to a single retail company with about 30 locations.
- The recall began on February 9, 2026, and received its Class II status on February 18, 2026.
- H & N Group, based in Vernon, California, voluntarily initiated the recall.
- The FDA is monitoring the recall, which is still ongoing.
