FDA Classifies Recall of Nearly 1.6 Million Dozen Eggs as Highest-Risk Category

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has classified the recall of 1,589,577 dozen eggs from Midwest Poultry Services, L.P. as Class I, the agency's most serious recall category, amid an ongoing multistate Salmonella Enteritidis investigation.

A Class I classification means there is a reasonable probability that use of or exposure to a recalled product could cause serious adverse health consequences or death. It describes the potential level of risk; it does not mean that a death has occurred.

In its July 24 outbreak update, the FDA reported 98 illnesses across 17 states, including 26 hospitalizations and no deaths. The agency said the recalled eggs were a likely source of some illnesses, but also cautioned that Midwest Poultry Services did not account for every illness in the investigation.

Which eggs are included?

The voluntary recall covers white shell eggs and brown cage-free eggs produced at Texas facilities and distributed from June 6 through July 3, 2026. The affected cartons carry sell-by or best-by dates from July 20 through August 17, 2026.

Consumers should check packages for plant code P-1950 or 0840962 and Julian dates ranging from 157 through 184. Only products bearing the identifying codes and dates listed in the FDA notice are included in this recall.

The FDA notice lists products sold under brands including Country Morning, Cal-Maine Sunups, Brookshire's, Simple Truth and Kroger. Package sizes include cartons and cases ranging from six to 60 eggs. The official recall notice contains the complete product list and package details.

Where were the eggs distributed?

The company said the eggs were shipped to food-service and retail locations in Texas, Oklahoma and Louisiana. Consumer packages were available at Kroger stores in Texas and Louisiana and at Brookshire Grocery stores in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico and Mississippi, as well as at smaller outlets.

The 17 states reporting outbreak illnesses are not the same as the retail distribution list. Illnesses can be reported in other states because people travel, products move through food service, and the broader investigation may involve sources not covered by this recall.

What consumers should do

People who have recalled eggs should not eat them. The FDA advises consumers to throw them away or return them to the place of purchase. Anyone who no longer has the original carton and cannot confirm the product code should use caution and follow the FDA's current advice.

Surfaces, containers and utensils that touched the eggs should be washed and sanitized. Hands should be washed with soap and water after handling eggs or cleaning affected areas.

Salmonella symptoms and when to seek care

Salmonella infection can cause diarrhea, fever and abdominal cramps, commonly beginning 12 to 72 hours after exposure. Most people recover within several days, but young children, older adults and people with weakened immune systems face a greater risk of severe illness.

Anyone who develops severe or persistent symptoms, signs of dehydration, bloody diarrhea or a high fever should contact a healthcare professional. This article provides general public-health information and is not a diagnosis or a substitute for medical care.

The FDA investigation remains active, and case counts or product information may change. Consumers should consult the official FDA pages linked below for the latest recall details.