Kawasho Foods USA Inc. of New York, NY, is recalling one lot of canned GEISHA Medium Shrimp 4oz. because of reported swelling, leaking or bursting cans. 

The company is concerned that the product might have been under-processed, which could lead to the potential for spoilage organisms or pathogens.

According to the company announcement posted by the FDA, the recalled product was distributed to retail stores including Walmart, Associated Food Stores, Stater Bros Markets, Safeway and Albertsons in California, Utah, Arizona and Colorado.

Recalled product:

  • The GEISHA Medium Shrimp is packaged in a 4oz. metal can.
  • UPC 071140003909.
  • The lot being recalled is LGC12W12E22.
  • BEST BY: MAY/12/2026.
  • Code appears on the bottom of the product can.

As of the posting of this recall, no illnesses or other adverse consequences have been reported to date in connection with this product.

Consumers should not use this product, even if it does not look or smell spoiled.  Consumers who have purchased this product are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

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