Consumers have been warned not to eat eggs bearing the batch code 3UA1012066 after Salmonella was detected. The eggs, originating from Yasensvit Ltd, Ukraine, should be thrown away immediately, according to the Food Standards Agency (FSA).
FSA issues urgent recall
The FSA has issued an official food warning, urging UK households and businesses to check their eggs. All eggs with the code 3UA1012066 should be withdrawn from the market and recalled from consumers. The agency stated: "All eggs with the code 3UA1012066 should be withdrawn from the market and recalled from consumers. These eggs should not be consumed."
The affected eggs are raw shell-on eggs from Yasensvit Ltd, Kyiv, Ukraine, available in all pack sizes and with all best-before dates. The FSA advised: "Consumers should check the code stamped on the egg; do not eat eggs stamped with 3UA1012066. Instead, dispose of them at home."
Where the eggs are sold
The FSA noted that these eggs are not sold in large retailers like supermarkets. Most are used within the catering supply chain, but some may be sold at small shops such as corner shops. The agency added: "It is possible eggs with this code originating from Yasensvit Ltd, Kyiv, Ukraine, may have been repacked by other businesses in the UK and have different business details and packing centre codes detailed on the outer packaging."
Businesses have been urged to immediately stop using or selling eggs with the stamp 3UA1012066, undertake product withdrawals, and where there have been retail sales, to undertake product recalls. The FSA said: "If you have been supplied with these eggs, dispose of them safely. These eggs should not be diverted to further processing."
Salmonella symptoms and advice
Salmonella is a group of bacteria responsible for one of the most prevalent forms of food poisoning. Most people contract the infection by consuming contaminated food, which can include eggs, chicken, pork and dairy products. Fruit and vegetables may also harbour the bacteria if they have come into contact with livestock, manure or untreated water.
The UK Health Security Agency states that symptoms generally include diarrhoea, stomach cramps, and occasionally vomiting and fever. These normally emerge between 12 and 72 hours following infection, with the illness typically lasting four to seven days. Those experiencing symptoms are urged to remain at home and away from work, school or nursery until they have been symptom-free for at least 48 hours.
Vulnerable groups, including elderly people, pregnant women, young children and those with a compromised immune system, are advised to exercise particular caution when eating eggs. The UK Health Security Agency recommends consuming British Lion-marked eggs and, when dining out, ensuring that eggs are fully cooked throughout. It said: "This means avoiding dishes such as soft-boiled or poached eggs, fresh mayonnaise, mousses, soufflés and hollandaise sauce, unless you know the eggs used meet these assurance standards."
