UK recall: 36 Salmonella cases linked to imported eggs
UK food safety authorities have issued an urgent warning to consumers and businesses about Salmonella-contaminated eggs from an imported batch. The recall covers eggs stamped with the shell code 3UA1012066, associated with Ukrainian producer Yasensvit Ltd. The aim is to prevent illness by removing affected eggs from sale and distribution. Guidance emphasizes using the shell stamp as the reliable identifier since outer packaging may vary after repackaging.
What changed and why it matters
Authorities issued an urgent recall after Salmonella was linked to a specific batch of imported eggs. The warning applies to eggs with the shell code 3UA1012066, produced by Yasensvit Ltd in Ukraine. Businesses were told to withdraw these eggs from shelves and recall them from customers. The issue matters because Salmonella can cause foodborne illness, especially for the very young, elderly, pregnant people, and those with weakened immune systems.
Key facts you need to know
The recall concerns eggs stamped with the shell code 3UA1012066.
Origin: Yasensvit Ltd, Ukraine.
Authorities: UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) and Food Standards Scotland issued the warning and instructed recalls.
Identification: The shell stamp on the egg is the most reliable sign, because outer packaging can change during repackaging.
Who is affected and what to do
Consumers who have bought eggs with the shell code 3UA1012066 should not eat them and should return or dispose of them where possible. Businesses that sell or handle eggs should remove the affected batch from sale and conduct a recall as directed by the authorities. People handling raw eggs should practice good kitchen hygiene to reduce the risk of cross-contamination.
Practical next steps
If you’re a consumer: check eggs in your fridge for the shell code 3UA1012066. Do not consume if matched. Return to the place of purchase or follow local disposal guidance from authorities. If you’re a retailer or food business: review stock for the shell code 3UA1012066, remove it from sale, and follow recall instructions from the FSA or Scottish authorities. Maintain traceability records to show you’ve acted on the recall.
Limits and questions
The notice highlights shell code identification because external packaging can be altered in distribution. It does not specify additional batch codes beyond 3UA1012066. If you cannot confirm with the shell code, contact the relevant food safety authority for guidance. For questions about illness symptoms after exposure, seek medical advice and report suspected cases to health services.
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