The FDA warns about potentially radioactive Great Value raw frozen shrimp sold at Walmart in 13 states, contaminated with Cesium-137. The affected products include specific lot codes and best by dates. Although no contaminated products have entered U.S. commerce, consumers are advised to discard any purchased units from these lots. FDA is working with retailers and distributors for recalls, as the shrimp violates the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, indicating improper preparation and handling.
The FDA is warning the public about possibly radioactive shrimp that may have been sold at Walmart in 13 states. The warning is for some Great Value raw frozen shrimp due to potential contamination with Cesium-137.
Products affected include Great Value brand Frozen Raw Ez Peel Tail-On Farm-Raised White Vannamei Shrimp, with specific lot codes and best by dates indicating they are potentially dangerous.
No product that has tested positive for Cesium-137 has been confirmed to have entered U.S. commerce, but consumers are advised to dispose of impacted lots.
FDA is collaborating with distributors and retailers to recommend a product recall due to violations of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.
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