Second Brand Covered by the Egg Recall
A growing United States egg recall has now included products by a second brand. Santa Fe, Texas-based Kenz Henz has recalled its 12-count AA pasture eggs after the company received the product from Black Sheep Egg Company, whose eggs were recently cited for the possibility of Salmonella contamination.
The action comes after the Black Sheep facility tested positive for several types of bacteria in an FDA inspection. Both companies are urging consumers to inspect their refrigerators and immediately stop using the product, despite the absence of any reported illnesses.
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Description of Recalled Eggs
The recalled Kenz Henz AA pasture eggs were sold in 12-egg cartons with the following details:
- UPC Code: 86949400030
- Julian Dates: 241 (Aug 30) to 244 (Sept 2) and 246 (Sept 4) to 247 (Sept 5)
- Best By Dates: Oct. 11–14 and Oct. 16–17
- Packaging: 12-count cartons with the dates on the side
Although Kenz Henz did not send product images, customers who purchased eggs between late August and early September should assume their cartons meet these specifications if they match the described details.
Those with tainted eggs should return them for a refund or dispose of them.
What the FDA Found
The FDA reports that an inspection on Sept. 29 at Black Sheep Egg Company’s processing facility found 40 environmental samples that tested positive for Salmonella and had seven different strains.
Some of the strains have a prior history of being linked to human disease in isolated instances, but there is no known link at present to a current outbreak, report researchers.
The FDA remains close to the action, in coordination with the two firms, backtracking the supply chain and determining if contaminated eggs were sent beyond the infected regions.
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Understanding the Risk of Salmonella
Salmonella is a top foodborne pathogen in the United States. The pathogen can infest foods without having any effect on their appearance, smell, or taste — rendering them undetectable to consumers before they’re eaten.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), anyone can become sick from a Salmonella infection, but the greatest risk of serious illness is to infants, older adults, pregnant women, and people with weakened immune systems.
Symptoms typically develop 12 to 72 hours after eating contaminated food and can include:
- Diarrhea
- Stomach cramps
- Fever
- Nausea or vomiting
Most healthy adults recover within four to seven days, though the severe ones can be hospitalised, especially when dehydration or bloodstream infections occur.
Doctors recommend everyone who presents with symptoms following the consumption of the recalled eggs to immediately seek medical attention and report the exposure to healthcare providers about Salmonella.
Some Infected People Show No Symptoms
Surprisingly, not everyone who gets infected will show symptoms. Others may carry the bacteria but unknowingly spread it to others, especially in handling food or coming in contact with shared surfaces.
Eggs are therefore highlighted by food safety experts as something to be handled carefully — refrigerate them, properly cook them, and wash hands and surfaces after encountering raw eggs.
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What consumers should do
Consumers who purchased Kenz Henz or Black Sheep label eggs are to inspect the cartons for recalled dates and codes. Do not use the eggs if this data is discovered to be identical. They are to dispose of them safely or take them back to the store of purchase.
The FDA also encourages anyone who thinks they got sick from these eggs to report it to their local health department in an effort to trace potential cases.
While the recall is still being investigated, federal authorities remind us that consumers’ prompt action can avert illness and limit the outbreak of Salmonella.
For now, check those egg cartons twice — seconds of vigilance can save days of misery.
