FDA Announces Another Egg Recall Due to Potential Salmonella Contamination

The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a recall of specific eggs from Kenz Henz over potential Salmonella contamination. The Texas-based company issued the recall on Oct. 16 for its 12-count packages of “Grade AA Large Pasture Raised Eggs.”

This comes on the heels of another massive egg recall this week, as the FDA just classified several other egg products as “Class I,” a warning that means there’s a “reasonable probability” that consuming the eggs “will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.”

According to the FDA, “no illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.” However, as the announcement stresses, Salmonella “can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.”

How To Identify the Recalled Eggs

The recalled Kenz Henz eggs were sold at retail stores in Houston, Texas, and cartons are marked with the universal product code (UPC): 86949400030. Additionally, these 12-count packages have a Julian date of 241 (Aug. 30) to 244 (Sep. 2) and 246 (Sep. 4) to 247 (Sep. 5).

The best-by date for this specific carton is listed as “10/11 to 10/14” or “10/16 to 10/17” and can be found stamped on the side of the package.

What To Do if You Have the Recalled Eggs

The FDA has urged consumers who purchased these recalled eggs to return them to the place of purchase in Houston for a full refund. Additionally, consumers can contact Kenz Henz at 1-409-457-5934, Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT.

While these recalled eggs have been identified as a potential risk of Salmonella contamination and not a confirmed contamination, if you consumed these recalled eggs, it’s still a good idea to monitor yourself for Salmonella symptoms, which usually begin within six hours to six days after eating contaminated food. Common symptoms include stomach cramps, watery diarrhea, headache, nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite. If you are experiencing any Salmonella symptoms, you should contact your healthcare provider.