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FDA Recalls 83,800 Shrimp Units Over Contamination Risk

12/26/2025

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FDA Recalls Shrimp

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a recall of 83,800 units of frozen Indonesian shrimp on December 26, 2025.
The recalled shrimp were sold under Market 32 and Waterfront Bistro brands.
Contamination is linked to PT Peter Metal Technology, a steelmaker near PT Bahari Makmur Sejati, with recalls since August 2025.
Exports to the United States dropped 59% year over year.
Consumers should return affected products for refunds.

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FDA Recalls Shrimp

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a recall of 83,800 units of frozen Indonesian shrimp on December 26, 2025.
The recalled shrimp were sold under Market 32 and Waterfront Bistro brands.
Contamination is linked to PT Peter Metal Technology, a steelmaker near PT Bahari Makmur Sejati, with recalls since August 2025.
Exports to the United States dropped 59% year over year.
Consumers should return affected products for refunds.

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