The USDA has issued a nationwide recall for over 200,000 pounds of liquid egg products due to potential contamination with bleach. The recall, announced by the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) on Monday, affects liquid eggs sold under the Egg Beaters and Bob Evans brands.
Cargill Kitchen Solutions, the company behind the products, initiated the recall after FSIS discovered that some liquid egg items were tainted with a cleaning solution containing sodium hypochlorite, commonly known as bleach.
FSIS has classified the recall as a low-risk event. However, the agency is still advising consumers and food service providers to dispose of the affected products.
Which Liquid Eggs Are Affected?
The recall includes four specific liquid egg products, totaling about 212,268 pounds. These items can be identified by the following details:
- Egg Beaters Original Liquid Egg Substitute (32 oz., Use-by: Aug. 10, 2025, Establishment No. G1804)
- Egg Beaters Cage-Free Original Liquid Egg Substitute (32 oz., Use-by: Aug. 9, 2025, Establishment No. G1804)
- Egg Beaters Cage-Free Original Frozen Egg Substitute (32 oz., Use-by: March 7, 2026, Establishment No. G1804)
- Bob Evans Better’n Eggs Made with Real Egg Whites (32 oz., Use-by: Aug. 10, 2025, Establishment No. G1804)
Which States Are Affected?
The recalled products were sold in several states, including Ohio and Texas. Additionally, the eggs were sent to food service locations, such as restaurants and cafeterias, in the following states:
- Arizona
- California
- Colorado
- Florida
- Illinois
- Iowa
There is also a possibility that the products were distributed nationwide.
Why Were the Eggs Recalled?
The liquid eggs may have been contaminated with a cleaning solution containing sodium hypochlorite, a common bleaching and disinfecting agent found in household bleach. FSIS learned about the issue after receiving a tip. An investigation confirmed the potential contamination, but the risk to health is considered minimal. Therefore, the recall is classified as a low-risk (Class 3) event.
No reports of illness or adverse health effects have been linked to the recalled products.
What Should You Do If You Have the Recalled Liquid Eggs?
FSIS recommends that consumers and food service providers discard or return the affected products to the place of purchase. Although no health issues have been reported, it is advised not to consume or serve the recalled liquid eggs.
If you are concerned about potential illness after consuming the recalled eggs, contact a healthcare provider. You can also report any issues related to the products through the USDA’s Electronic Consumer Complaint Monitoring System.
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