A multistate Salmonella outbreak has sickened at least 79 people and led to 21 hospitalizations, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The contaminated eggs, distributed by the August Egg Company, were sold to both restaurants and retailers across Illinois and eight other states.
August Egg Company Announces Nationwide Recall
The recall, issued Friday, covers all varieties of eggs distributed by the company — including organic, cage-free brown, and omega-3 varieties.
States impacted by the recall include:
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Illinois
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Indiana
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Arizona
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California
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Nebraska
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New Mexico
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Nevada
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Washington
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Wyoming
Consumers are advised to check their egg cartons for the plant code numbers “P-6562” or “CA5330” and Julian Dates between 32 and 126. These numbers will be printed on the side of the carton. The affected eggs come in both fiber and plastic cartons.
Full List of Recalled Egg Brands and UPCs
The recall includes eggs sold under numerous brand names. Below are some of the affected products:
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Clover Organic Large Brown (12 eggs) – UPC: 070852010427
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First Street Cage Free Large Brown (Loose) – UPC: 041512039638
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Nulaid Medium Brown Cage Free (12 eggs) – UPC: 071230021042
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O Organics Cage Free Large Brown (6, 12, 18 eggs) – UPCs: 079893401522 / 401508 / 401546
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Marketside Organic Large Cage Free Brown (12, 18 eggs) – UPCs: 681131122771 / 681131122801
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Raley’s Cage Free and Organic Brown (12, 18 eggs) – UPCs: 046567033310 / 040325 / 028798 / 040295
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Simple Truth Medium and Large Brown Cage Free (18 eggs) – UPCs: 011110099327 / 011110873743
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Sun Harvest Organic Cage Free (12, 18 eggs) – UPC: 041512131950
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Sunnyside Cage Free and Organic (12, 18 eggs) – UPCs: 717544211747 / 211754 / 201441 / 211761
In addition to packaged eggs, loose cage-free and organic eggs in bulk flats were also recalled.
All Illnesses Linked to Same Salmonella Strain
The CDC reported that the illnesses across the nine states were all caused by the same strain of Salmonella, confirming the common source of contamination. The specific cause of the contamination within the August Egg Company’s supply chain has not yet been disclosed.
What Consumers Should Do
Consumers who have purchased eggs from any of the listed brands or with the identified plant codes are advised to:
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Check egg cartons for plant codes “P-6562” or “CA5330”
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Verify Julian Dates between 32 and 126
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Dispose of any affected eggs immediately
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Thoroughly clean areas where the eggs were stored
Salmonella infection can cause fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. Young children, elderly adults, and those with weakened immune systems are particularly vulnerable.
Where to Learn More
More detailed information, including product photos and safety alerts, can be found through the FDA recall notice here.
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