The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and Burnbrae Farms, based in Lyn, Ontario, Canada, have announced a voluntary recall of multiple brands of eggs due to potential Salmonella contamination. Salmonella is a bacterium that can cause serious infections in animals and humans, especially those in vulnerable populations such as young children, the elderly, and individuals with compromised immune systems.
Background
The recall was initiated after test results revealed the potential presence of Salmonella.
A food safety investigation by the CFIA is currently underway, which may lead to additional product recalls.
This is currently classified as a Class II recall, meaning that a health hazard potentially exists but the probability is low.
Distribution
The products were distributed to retail locations in the Canadian provinces of British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario, and potentially other provinces and territories.
Product Details
Brand | Product | Size | UPC Code | Other Codes |
Compliments | Extra Large Size White Eggs | 12 eggs | 0 55742 35751 6 | BB 2025 FE 22; from 8 P**0021320 up to and including 8 P**0021720 (**= 03 to 32) |
Large Size White Eggs | 12 eggs | 0 55742 35750 9 | BB 2025 MR 01; from 8 P**0101145 up to and including 8 P**0101800 (** = 03 to 32) | |
18 eggs | 0 55742 35756 1 | BB 2025 MR 01; from 8 P**0101145 up to and including 8 P**0101800 (**= 03 to 32) | ||
Foremost | Large Size Eggs | 18 eggs | 0 61483 05666 3 | BB 2025 FE 22; from 8 P**0021320 up to and including 8 P**0021720 (** = 03 to 32) BB 2025 MR 01; from 8 P**0101145 up to and including 8 P**0101800 (** = 03 to 32) |
Golden Valley Eggs | Extra Large Size Eggs | 30 eggs | 0 55799 10301 2 | BB 2025 MR 01 * 010 (*= C, D, E, F or H); from C6 1145 010 up to and including C6 1800 010 |
Jumbo Size Eggs | 20 eggs | 0 55799 10310 4 | BB 2025 FE 22 * 002 (*= A, C, D, E or F); from 1320 Est 8 up to and including 1720 Est 8 | |
Large Size Eggs | 2 x 30 eggs | 0 55799 10503 0 | BB 2025 FE 22 * 002 (* = A, C, D, E or F); from 1320 Est 8 up to and including 1720 Est 8 | |
30 eggs | 0 55799 10303 6 | BB 2025 MR 01 * 010 (* = C, D, E, F or H); from C6 1145 010 up to and including C6 1800 010 BB 2025 MR 01 * 010 (* = C, D, E, F or H); from C4 1145 010 up to and including C4 1800 010 | ||
White Extra Large Size Eggs | 18 eggs | 0 55799 11101 7 | BB 2025 MR 01; from 8 P**0101145 up to and including 8 P**0101800 (**= 03 to 32) | |
White Large Size Eggs | 12 eggs | 0 55799 10103 2 | BB 2025 MR 01; from 8 P**0101145 up to and including 8 P**0101800 (** = 03 to 32) | |
IGA | Extra Large Eggs | 12 eggs | 0 55742 05119 3 | BB 2025 FE 22; from 8 P**0021320 up to and including 8 P**0021720 (** = 03 to 32) |
No name | Large Size Eggs | 12 eggs | 0 60383 66414 5 | BB 2025 MR 01; from 8 P**0101145 up to and including 8 P**0101800 (**= 03 to 32) |
Large Size Eggs | 30 eggs | 0 60383 22293 2 | BB 2025 FE 22 * 002 (*= C, D, E, F or H); from C6 1320 002 up to and including C6 1720 002 BB 2025 MR 01 * 010 (*= C, D, E, F or H); from C6 1145 010 up to and including C6 1800 010 BB 2025 MR 01 * 010 (*= C, D, E, F or H); from C4 1145 010 up to and including C4 1800 010 | |
Large Size Eggs | 30 eggs | 0 60383 22293 2 | BB 2025 FE 16 BW24 354 M | |
Western Family | Extra Large Size White Eggs | 12 eggs | 0 62639 41011 7 | BB 2025 FE 22; from 8 P**0021320 up to and including 8 P**0021720 (** = 03 to 32) BB 2025 MR 01; from 8 P**0101145 up to and including 8 P**0101800 (** = 03 to 32) |
Large Size White Eggs | 30 eggs | 0 62639 39498 1 | BB 2025 MR 01 * 010 (* = C, D, E, F or H); from C4 1145 010 up to and including C4 1800 010 |
Consumer Action
Consumers should check their homes and businesses for the recalled products.
As with all food recalls, consumers are strongly advised to discontinue use of the affected products even if they look or smell safe to eat.
Anyone in possession of the recalled products is requested to not sell, serve, or distribute them.
Consumers should thoroughly sanitize any surface, utensils, or containers that have come into contact with the impacted products.
The recalled items can be returned to the point of purchase or should be disposed of immediately.
Consumers with additional questions can contact the CFIA by phone toll-free in Canada and the United States at 800-442-2342 or at 613-773-2342 or by email at [email protected].
Health Risks
No illnesses in connection with the consumption of the affected product have been reported. Any consumers who are experiencing symptoms after contact with the affected product should contact their medical provider.
Salmonella is a bacterium that can cause severe gastrointestinal illness in humans. Symptoms typically include diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps, appearing six hours to six days after exposure to the bacteria. While most people recover without specific treatment, the infection can be severe, especially for young children, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems.
Commenting on this article, the nation’s leading Salmonella lawyer said, “Many cases of Salmonella infection result in gastroenteritis, an inflammation of the intestines or stomach. To minimize the chance of infection, I recommend throwing out any recalled products.”