South Carolina – The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has raised its recall of Kirkland Signature organic eggs, sold exclusively at Costco, to the highest alert level. Particularly dangerous for vulnerable groups like children, the elderly, and pregnant women, the decision comes amid questions about possible salmonella contamination, which may cause major health hazards or even death.
Originally issued in November, the recall concerns organic, pasture-raised 24-count egg cartons made by Handsome Brook Farms. Beginning November 22, the eggs were sent and sold to 25 Costco stores in Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee. The recall affects about 10,800 shipments.
A closer look at the affected products
Customers who bought Kirkland Signature eggs should be especially careful and inspect their cartons. Along with a “Use By” date of January 5, 2025, displayed on the side of the carton, the impacted goods are identified with UPC code 96619106 and Julian code 327. Should these elements line up, the FDA recommends consumers to stop eating the eggs right away and bring them back to their local Costco for a complete refund.
The recall results from a packaging issue where eggs meant for retail sale were unintentionally placed in consumer packaging. The FDA’s upgrading to a Class 1 recall highlights the severity of the matter even though no diseases have thus far been recorded. A Class 1 recall is reserved for products that have a reasonable probability of causing serious health consequences or death if consumed.
Salmonella risks
Diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps are among the bacterial infections salmonella can bring forth. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says that symptoms usually start six hours to six days following bacterial exposure and could linger up to a week…