H & N Group Inc. Recalls Frozen Cooked Shrimp Due to Potential Cesium-137 Contamination

Source: FDA · Houston and Gulf Coast areas

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H & N Group Inc. has issued a voluntary recall for 3,780 units of frozen cooked shrimp distributed in the Houston and Gulf Coast areas due to potential radioactive contamination.

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What Happened

H & N Group Inc. of Vernon, California, has initiated a voluntary recall of specific lots of frozen cooked shrimp. The recall was prompted by the discovery that the product was manufactured under insanitary conditions, which may have resulted in contamination with Cesium-137 (Cs-137), a radioactive isotope.

Which Products Are Affected

The recall affects approximately 378 cases (3,780 units) of shrimp distributed to a single retail consignee with roughly 30 locations in the greater Houston and Gulf Coast areas.

  • Product Name: Frozen Cooked Medium Shrimp Peeled & Deveined, Tail Off-White Shrimp
  • Packaging: 1 lbs retail plastic bag
  • UPC: 041220333035
  • Lot Codes & Best By Dates:
    • Lot EA14 25118 (Best By: October 28, 2026)
    • Lot EA14 25119 (Best By: October 29, 2026)
  • Recall Number: H-0516-2026

What You Should Do

Consumers who have purchased the affected frozen shrimp are urged not to consume the product. The items should be disposed of immediately or returned to the place of purchase for a refund. Consumers with questions regarding the recall may contact the firm, which initiated the process via telephone notification to the affected retailer.

Why This Matters

This recall is significant due to the potential presence of Cesium-137, a radioactive material. Manufacturing under insanitary conditions that allow for such contamination poses a serious health risk to the public.

Source

Information provided by the FDA.

Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this FDA recall.

What is this FDA recall about?
H & N Group Inc. has issued a voluntary recall for 3,780 units of frozen cooked shrimp distributed in the Houston and Gulf Coast areas due to potential radioactive contamination.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by FDA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Houston and Gulf Coast areas. Check with FDA for the most current geographic scope.
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