Updated April 24 with recall expansion Kawasho Foods USA Inc. of New York has expanded a February 26 recall for Geisha canned shrimp due to possible contamination with Clostridium botulinum, the bacteria that causes botulism, or other pathogens. The recall now includes all 4-oz cans of Geisha Medium Shrimp. Consumers who have purchased this product should not eat it
The recalled product was sold at Walmart, Associated Food Stores, Stater Bros Markets, Safeway, Albertsons, and other stores from Dec 2022 to Apr 2023. Retailers included in the recall are located in the following states: AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MA, MI, MN, MO, NC, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, and WI.
Geisha Canned Shrimp Botulism Recall
The recalled shrimp product has the following product identification:
- Geisha brand
- 4oz. metal can
- UPC 071140003909
- LGC12W12E22
- BEST BY: MAY/12/2026 on the bottom of the product can.
The company issued the recall after receiving reports of swelling, leaking, or bursting cans. Consumers should not use this product, even if it does not appear to be spoiled.