Honk News – A recall of eggs sold at Costco has been classified by the Food and Drug Administration as posing the highest risk level for potential salmonella contamination.
Last month’s voluntary recall involved 10,800 cartons of Handsome Brook Farms eggs marketed under the Kirkland Signature Organic Pasture Raised brand.
A Class I recall is characterized by the likelihood that a recalled item could lead to severe health issues or even fatalities.
“The recall was initiated after the company determined that eggs not intended for retail distribution were instead packaged and distributed in retail packaging,” Handsome Brook Farm said in a recall statement.
As of the initiation of the recall on November 27, there have been no reported cases of illness.
The Recall
A recall has been issued for 24-count packages of Kirkland Signature Organic Pasture Raised, identified by the UPC 9661910680.
The announcement regarding the recall specifies that it applies solely to cartons labeled with Julian code 327 and a use by date of January 5, 2025.
“No other products are impacted by this recall,” the announcement said.
Affected Locations
The announcement regarding the recall indicates that the affected eggs were distributed across 25 stores in these states:
- Tennessee
- North Carolina
- South Carolina
- Alabama
- Georgia
In Tennessee, customers of Costco are advised to return the recalled eggs to the store for a complete refund or to properly dispose of the product, according to the announcement.
Salmonella is a type of bacteria that can lead to symptoms such as diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps in individuals. The CDC reported that symptoms may manifest anywhere from six hours to six days after infection and typically persist for four to seven days.
The FDA has indicated that young children, seniors, and individuals with weakened immune systems face a higher risk of severe infections if they become infected with salmonella.