Recall Details and Affected Products
The recalled product is:
- Waterfront Bistro Raw Shrimp EZ Peel Shell & Tail On – 2-lb bags; frozen raw shrimp imported from Indonesia; UPC 021130 13224-9; Best By dates APR 25, 2027 or APR 26, 2027. The shrimp may have been prepared, packed, or held under insanitary conditions whereby they may have become contaminated with cesium-137 (Cs-137).
Sold at Jewel-Osco, Albertsons, Safeway, and Lucky Supermarket locations in CO, IA, ID, IL, IN, MT, ND, NV, OR, UT, and WY on or after June 30, 2025. Cesium-137 (Cs-137) is a man-made radioisotope that can elevate cancer risk following longer term, repeated low dose exposure through consumption of contaminated food. The FDA is actively investigating reports of Cs-137 contamination in shipping containers and frozen shrimp products manufactured in Indonesia by PT. Bahari Makmur Sejati (doing business as BMS Foods). Recall announced December 19, 2025 [1].
Consumers who have purchased affected shrimp should not consume the product and should dispose of or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Direct Source Seafood LLC recalled approximately 83,800 bags total (including both Waterfront Bistro and Market 32 brands).
Health Risks
- Exposure to cesium-137, a radioactive substance.
- Elevated risk of cancer from longer term, repeated low dose exposure.
- DNA damage within living cells of the body.
- Health effects from consuming contaminated food over time.
Symptoms of a Problem
- Check the packaging for UPC 021130 13224-9.
- Look for Best By dates of APR 25, 2027 or APR 26, 2027.
- Check if purchased at Jewel-Osco, Albertsons, Safeway, or Lucky Supermarket on or after June 30, 2025.
- Product is Waterfront Bistro brand in 2-lb bags.
What Consumers Should Do
- Check if you purchased Waterfront Bistro frozen raw shrimp in 2-lb bags on or after June 30, 2025.
- Look for UPC 021130 13224-9 on the package.
- Check the Best By date for APR 25, 2027 or APR 26, 2027.
- Do not consume the product.
- Dispose of the shrimp or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
- Contact Direct Source Seafood LLC at 425-455-2291 Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm PST with questions.
- Keep your purchase receipt and packaging.
- Document where and when you purchased the product.
Potential for a Waterfront Bistro Shrimp Recall Class Action Lawsuit
Buyers of this recalled shrimp may join a class action lawsuit. Claims could include:
- The product may have been contaminated with a radioactive substance.
- The shrimp may have been prepared, packed, or held under insanitary conditions.
- Exposure to cesium-137 can increase cancer risk.
- The company sold potentially contaminated food products.
- Consumers were not adequately warned about contamination risks.
You could get compensation for the cost of the product, medical monitoring, testing expenses, anxiety and emotional distress related to radioactive exposure, and any health complications. Other food contamination recall cases have resulted in settlements for affected consumers.
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References
- https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/direct-source-seafood-llc-recalling-frozen-raw-shrimp-because-product-may-have-become-contaminated