Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- September 19, 2025
- Hazard Level
- HIGH
- Brand
- Black Sheep Egg Company
- Category
- Food & Beverages
- Sold At
- Multiple Retailers
- Geographic Scope
- 5 states
- At-Risk Groups
- GENERAL, INFANTS, CHILDREN
What to Do Now
Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.
Immediate steps
- 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
- 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
- 3Follow the official remedy from FDA - Food Safety; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
- 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.
Check these identifiers
- Brand
- Black Sheep Egg Company
- Product type
- Shell Eggs
- Model numbers
- Julian Date 190 Sell By: 8/7/2025 through Julian Date 260 Sell By: 10/16/2025
- Sold at
- Multiple Retailers
- Where affected
- AR, MO, MS, TX, CA
Recall Timeline
Key dates and source checks for this recall record.
Recall announced
September 19, 2025
Reported by FDA FOOD
October 22, 2025
RecallRadar source check
April 18, 2026
Consumer action
Use the official remedy and keep documentation.
Hazard Information
Potential Salmonella contamination.
What You Should Do
Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Contact Black Sheep Egg Company, LLC for refund or replacement information. Notification method: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit
About This Product
Free Range Grade AA Large White Shell Eggs sold loose on pallets to retailers and wholesalers. The recall involves a large quantity distributed across several states.
Why This Is Dangerous
The hazard arises from potential Salmonella contamination. Consumers should not consume the recalled eggs.
Industry Context
This recall is not part of a broader industry pattern.
Real-World Impact
Consumers face potential risk of foodborne illness. The recall covers a sizable quantity distributed across multiple states, with an emphasis on not consuming the product.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- Check the carton for the Julian Date range of 190 to 260 and Sell By dates 8/7/2025 to 10/16/2025.
- Confirm the product is labeled as Free Range Grade AA Large White Shell Eggs from Black Sheep Egg Company.
- If your packaging matches, do not consume the eggs.
Where to find product info
Look on the carton for date code and product description. Refer to FDA recall page H-0053-2026 for official details.
What timeline to expect
Refunds or replacements are typically processed within 4-8 weeks after contact per company instructions.
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- File a consumer complaint with the FDA or your state Department of Agriculture if the company is unresponsive.
- Keep records of purchase and all recall communications.
- Consider seeking third-party mediation if needed.
How to prevent similar issues
- Buy eggs only from reputable retailers with intact packaging.
- Check dates on sale and avoid cracked or damaged cartons.
- Store eggs refrigerated at or below 40°F (4°C).
- When cooking eggs, cook until yolks are firm and avoid consuming raw eggs.
Documentation advice
Keep packaging, receipts, photos of packaging and date codes, and records of all contact with the company.
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Product Details
Brand: Black Sheep Egg Company Product: Free Range Grade AA Large White Shell Eggs Packaging: Loose Open Skid, 900dz per pallet Quantity: 7,200 dozen Sold at: Retail and wholesale locations in AR and MO; broker locations in MS, TX, CA, IN Recall Date: 2025-09-19 Recall Number: H-0053-2026 Hazard: Potential Salmonella contamination Remedy: Do not consume. Contact Black Sheep Egg Company for refund or replacement information (notification methods include email, fax, letter, press release, telephone, or site visit).
Reported Incidents
No injuries or incidents have been reported.
Key Facts
- 7 pallets x 900dz per pallet
- Julian Date 190 Sell By 8/7/2025 through Julian Date 260 Sell By 10/16/2025
- Distribution in AR and MO with brokered locations in MS, TX, CA, IN
- Class I recall; high hazard
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