FDA-Food2026-01-21Class IIDRUG RESIDUE
AZ Gems Jumbo Raw Shrimp recalled for elevated chloramphenicol levels
What this means
AZ Gems Jumbo Raw Shrimp (2 lb bags, UPC 1 93968 00697 6) contains elevated levels of chloramphenicol, an antibiotic not approved for use in the U.S. food supply. The affected product was distributed nationwide under the Member's Mark label. No illnesses have been reported to date.
- Do not eat this shrimp if you purchased it.
- Check your freezer for product codes 231874 4D20 or 231874 4D21 with Best By dates of 4/19/2026 or 4/20/2026.
- Discard the product or return it to the store where you purchased it.
- Contact AZ Gems, Inc. or your retailer with questions.
The agency's original wording
Hazard
elevated levels of chloramphenicol in frozen shrimp
Intended for
Adults
Illnesses reported
None reported
Sold states
Product was shipped nationwide and distributed exclusively under the Member's Mark label.
Affected count
1099 cases
Manufactured in
405 Missouri Ct, Redlands, CA, United States
Products
Jumbo RAW SHRIMP, All Natural, Chemical Free, No artificial ingredients, NET WT. 32 OZ (2 LB) 907g UPC: 1 93968 00697 6
UPC codes
- 1939680069760
Official notice
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=H-0401-2026Want us to check the next one for you?
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