ACTIVE RECALL — CLASS IIActive recallH-0584-2025/FDA enforcement

Frozen Mercado Kroger Cooked Shrimp - Medium - Peeled - Tail-off - Shrimp Pieces

What you need to know

Class II
  • What happened

    Product may be contaminated with Cesium-137 (Cs-137).

  • Health risk

    The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. A safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

  • Action required

    Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice.

Active recall · classified by the FDAIN, AK, AL, AR +26 moreMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameAdmiralty Island Fisheries INC Dba Aquastar (USA) Corp.
Recalling firmAdmiralty Island Fisheries INC Dba Aquastar (USA) Corp.Seattle, WA, United States
UPC / barcodes
0 11110 62619 6
Lot / date codes
  • Lot Code: 10662 5139 Best Before 11/19/2027 Lot Code: 10662 5140 Best Before 11/20/2027
Distribution area
INAKALARCOGAIAIDILKSKYLAMIMNMOMSMTNDNEOHOKORSDTNTXWAWISCVAWV

The affected AquaStar brand Cocktail Shrimp, 4oz. shrimp/2oz. cocktail sauce (net wt. 6oz), was sold at WALMART stores in AK, AL, AR, CO, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, ND, NE, OH, OK, OR, SD, TN, TX, WA, and WI between 7/31/25 and 8/16/25. The affected KROGER Mercado brand shrimp 2lb. was sold at Baker's, Gerbes, Jay C, Kroger, Mariano s, Metro Market, Pay Less Supermarkets, and Pick n Save in AL, AR, GA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MO, MS, NE, OH, SC, TN, VA, WI, WV between 7/24/25 and 8/11/25.

United States

Quantity affected18, 000 bags (2lb. per bag)
Recall initiationFDA report date: September 24, 2025
FDA recall numberH-0584-2025

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Admiralty Island Fisheries INC Dba Aquastar (USA) Corp. initiated this food recall on August 14, 2025. The FDA enforcement report states: Product may be contaminated with Cesium-137 (Cs-137). The FDA report lists distribution as: The affected AquaStar brand Cocktail Shrimp, 4oz. shrimp/2oz. cocktail sauce (net wt. 6oz), was sold at WALMART stores in AK, AL, AR, CO, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, ND, NE, OH, OK, OR, SD, TN, TX, WA, and WI between 7/31/25 and 8/16/25. The affected KROGER Mercado brand shrimp 2lb. was sold at Baker's, Gerbes, Jay C, Kroger, Mariano s, Metro Market, Pay Less Supermarkets, and Pick n Save in AL, AR, GA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MO, MS, NE, OH, SC, TN, VA, WI, WV between 7/24/25 and 8/11/25.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Product may be contaminated with Cesium-137 (Cs-137).

Frozen Mercado Kroger Cooked Shrimp - Medium - Peeled - Tail-off - Shrimp Pieces was made or distributed by Admiralty Island Fisheries INC Dba Aquastar (USA) Corp. in Seattle, WA, United States. This page reflects FDA report H-0584-2025, dated September 24, 2025.

Why this is a Class II recall

Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. In this recall, a safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

FDA definition

The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote.

What to do now

  1. 1

    Stop using it

    Do not eat, drink or take the affected product.

  2. 2

    Check the codes

    Compare the UPC and lot code against the table above.

  3. 3

    Return or discard

    Contact the retailer or recalling firm about a refund, and dispose of the product safely.

Consumer safety guide

Product safety recall

Symptoms to watch for

The official enforcement report describes the specific risk. Follow the recall notice, check the product codes and do not use a product that may be affected.

Higher-risk groups

Children, pregnant people, older adults and people with weakened immune systems should take extra care when a product's safety is uncertain.

What to do now

  1. 1Stop using or eating the product and keep it away from children and pets.
  2. 2Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return.
  3. 3Seek medical advice if anyone develops severe or worrying symptoms after exposure.

Read the official source record for the specific hazard and instructions.

This is general consumer safety information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Follow the official recall notice and contact a healthcare professional if you have concerns about exposure or symptoms.

Frequently asked

Questions about this recall

What is the Frozen Mercado Kroger Cooked Shrimp - Medium - Peeled - Tail-off - Shrimp Pieces recall?

Admiralty Island Fisheries INC Dba Aquastar (USA) Corp. recalled Frozen Mercado Kroger Cooked Shrimp - Medium - Peeled - Tail-off - Shrimp Pieces in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as H-0584-2025. Product may be contaminated with Cesium-137 (Cs-137).

What should I do if I bought this product?

Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice. Stop using or eating the product and keep it away from children and pets. Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return. Seek medical advice if anyone develops severe or worrying symptoms after exposure.

Is the Admiralty Island Fisheries INC Dba Aquastar (USA) Corp. recall still active?

Yes. As of the latest FDA enforcement report, this recall is listed as ongoing. Check the official source record for the most current status before making a decision.

Where can I verify this recall?

This page is normalized from the openFDA enforcement record H-0584-2025. You can verify it directly using the official source link on this page. VerifyRecall updates its index from public FDA enforcement data and does not replace advice from the FDA, the recalling firm or a healthcare professional.

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Record last synced from official openFDA enforcement data on November 14, 2026. Source record: official FDA notice.