Costco Recalls Over 250,000 Eggs Due to Potential Salmonella Contamination
Check your fridge if you bought organic eggs from a Costco in one of these five states.
Handsome Brook Farm voluntarily recalled 10,800 units of Organic Pasture Raised 24-Count Eggs sold under the Kirkland Signature brand at Costco due to potential Salmonella contamination. The company accidentally packed and distributed eggs that were not intended for sale.
The recalled eggs were distributed to 25 Costco stores in Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee beginning November 22. The recall only applies to eggs sold in a plastic carton marked with a UPC 9661910680, the Julian code 327, and a Use By Date of Jan 6, 2025. No other eggs were impacted by this recall.
Salmonella is a bacteria that can make people sick. Signs of Salmonella poisoning include diarrhea, fever, stomach cramps, and dehydration. Symptoms start six hours to six days after exposure to the bacteria. Most people recover without any treatment after four to seven days.
Salmonella may cause infections that require medical treatment or hospitalization and may be fatal for young children, the elderly, and those with compromised immune systems. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that every year, Salmonella causes 1.35 million infections, 26,500 hospitalizations, and 420 deaths in the United States, and food is the most common source. To date, there have been no illnesses or complaints linked to the recalled eggs.
If you have the recalled eggs at home, do not eat them. Return them to any Costco store for a full refund. If you have questions, you can contact Handsome Brook Farms by calling 646-733-4532, ext. 1, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET or by emailing recall@hbfeggs.com.