UK consumers are being urged to check their refrigerators immediately following an urgent food safety alert from the Food Standards Agency. The warning concerns Black Sheep brand eggs that may be contaminated with dangerous salmonella bacteria.
Which Products Are Affected?
The recall specifically targets Black Sheep Free Range Large Eggs sold in half-dozen cardboard cartons. Concerned shoppers should look for the following identifying marks:
- Best before dates of October 11, 2025
- UPC code 7 18186 00144 7 clearly marked on packaging
What Are the Health Risks?
Salmonella infection poses serious health threats, particularly to vulnerable groups. Health officials warn that symptoms can include:
- Severe fever and abdominal cramps
- Diarrhoea and vomiting
- Dehydration requiring medical attention
Elderly individuals, young children, and those with compromised immune systems are at highest risk of developing severe complications from infection.
What Should Consumers Do?
If you have purchased the affected eggs, the FDA recommends immediate action:
- Do not consume the eggs under any circumstances
- Return them to the place of purchase for a full refund
- Thoroughly clean any surfaces or containers that may have contacted the eggs
Consumers who have already eaten the products and are experiencing symptoms should contact their healthcare provider without delay.
Ongoing Investigation
Food safety authorities continue to investigate the source of the contamination. While no specific distributor information has been released, the recall affects eggs sold through multiple major supermarket chains across the United Kingdom.
This story is developing and will be updated as more information becomes available from official sources.
