Due to potential salmonella risk, Costco stores across five southeastern states (including North Carolina) have recalled organic eggs.
Costco is recalling thousands of organic eggs sold under its Kirkland Signature brand at multiple locations across the Southeast, including North Carolina, due to potential salmonella contamination. The recall affects 10,800 packages of eggs distributed by Handsome Brook Farm starting November 22.
What products are affected
The recall specifically targets Kirkland Signature Organic Pasture Raised 24-Count Eggs sold at 25 Costco locations across five states. Affected products can be identified by:
- UPC code: 9661910680
- Julian code: 327
- “Use by” date: January 5, 2025
- Location: Stores in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia, and Alabama
Consumer action steps
While no illnesses have been reported, the FDA advises consumers not to consume these eggs. Those who purchased the affected products have two options:
- Return the eggs to any Costco location for a full refund
- Dispose of the eggs immediately
Customers with questions or concerns can contact Handsome Brook Farms directly at 646-733-4532, ext. 1, during business hours (Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. EST) or via email at recall@hbfeggs.com.
The FDA emphasizes that this recall is limited to specific egg cartons with the identified codes, and no other Kirkland Signature or Handsome Brook Farm products are affected by this recall.
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