Kroger Mercado Cooked Medium Peeled Tail-Off Shrimp
Recalled by Admiralty Island Fisheries Inc dba AquaStar (USA) Corp.
Class II — moderate
Using this product might cause a temporary or medically reversible health problem. The chance of serious harm is low.
Admiralty Island Fisheries Inc dba AquaStar (USA) Corp. has recalled Kroger Mercado Cooked Medium Peeled Tail-Off Shrimp, according to data published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The recall was reported on November 12, 2025 and was initiated on September 20, 2025. It is classified as a Class II recall, which means using this product might cause a temporary or medically reversible health problem. The chance of serious harm is low.
Below is a plain-English summary of what was recalled, why it was recalled, how to tell whether you have the affected product, and what steps you can take. For the complete and most current details, you can view the FDA record linked further down this page.
What was recalled?
This recall covers Kroger Mercado Cooked Medium Peeled Tail-Off Shrimp, with approximately 3600 cases (5/1.25 Pkgs per case) affected. The company behind the recall is Admiralty Island Fisheries Inc dba AquaStar (USA) Corp., based in Seattle, WA. The FDA describes the product as: “Kroger Mercado Cooked Medium Peeled Tail-Off Shrimp, net wt. 2lbs. UPC 011110626196. Product is packaged in clear plastic bag and has a white label with green stripes on top of each bag.”
According to the official notice, the recalled product was sold at Kroger stores. If you shop there, check your purchases against the details below.
Why was Kroger Mercado Cooked Medium Peeled Tail-Off Shrimp recalled?
According to the FDA, the stated reason for the recall is: “Shrimp may be contaminated with Cesium-137 (Cs-137).”
What should you do?
If you think you may have bought Kroger Mercado Cooked Medium Peeled Tail-Off Shrimp, compare it against the product description and identifying codes (Lot code 10662 5112 11, Best Before: 10 22 2027 Lot code 10662 5113 10, Best Before: 10 23 2027) before using it. This recall is currently listed as ongoing.
The general guidance for a matching product is to stop using it and follow the instructions in the official FDA recall notice, which may include a repair, replacement, refund, or safe disposal. When in doubt, contact Admiralty Island Fisheries Inc dba AquaStar (USA) Corp. or your local health authority.
About this recall
This recall was distributed in WA. RecallRadar summarizes recall information from public FDA data to make it easier to understand. We are an independent service and are not affiliated with the FDA or any government agency, so please always refer to the official source for the authoritative record — and note the “last synced” date shown on this page, since recall details can change over time.
Who this recall affects
This recall matters to anyone who bought Kroger Mercado Cooked Medium Peeled Tail-Off Shrimp at Kroger. Even if you feel fine, it's worth checking what you have on hand rather than assuming you were missed.
The official notice names Kroger among the places this product was sold, so if you shop there it's worth a look in your kitchen, pantry, or garage.
How to check whether you have it
On packaged food, lot codes and best-by dates are usually printed in small date-coding ink on the side seam, the bottom of the package, or near the top seal — not on the front label. The UPC barcode is on the back or bottom.
Compare what you find against the identifying details in this recall: Lot code 10662 5112 11, Best Before: 10 22 2027 Lot code 10662 5113 10, Best Before: 10 23 2027
What to do if you already bought it
Do not eat the product, even if it looks and smells normal — contamination is usually invisible.
Return it to the store for a refund, or throw it away in a sealed bag so pets and wildlife can't reach it.
If it touched other food or surfaces, wash those surfaces and your hands with hot soapy water. When in doubt, contact Admiralty Island Fisheries Inc dba AquaStar (USA) Corp. or your local health department.
Full recall details
- Status
- Ongoing
- Date reported
- November 12, 2025
- Recall started
- September 20, 2025
- Distributed in
- WA
What you can do
Check whether any product you have matches the description and codes above. If it does, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Quick answers
Why was Kroger Mercado Cooked Medium Peeled Tail-Off Shrimp recalled?+
According to the FDA: Shrimp may be contaminated with Cesium-137 (Cs-137).
How serious is this recall?+
Class II — moderate. Using this product might cause a temporary or medically reversible health problem. The chance of serious harm is low.
What should I do if I have Kroger Mercado Cooked Medium Peeled Tail-Off Shrimp?+
Compare your product against the description and identifying codes on this page. If it matches, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice — this usually means returning it for a refund or discarding it. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Opens the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) data for this recall.
Recall number: H-0158-2026. Information last synced from the FDA on August 10, 2026.