FDA classifies egg recall as Class I
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The gist
FDA classified a recall of 1.6 million dozen eggs as Class I, its highest risk level.
The recall affects consumers in 17 states, with 98 illnesses and 26 hospitalizations reported.
Background
In late July, Midwest Poultry Services recalled over 1.5 million dozen eggs produced in Texas due to possible Salmonella Enteritidis contamination. The FDA has now upgraded the recall to Class I, its most serious category, indicating a reasonable probability of serious health consequences or death. The eggs were distributed to retailers in several states, and the CDC has linked the outbreak to 98 illnesses and 26 hospitalizations across 17 states.
How it unfolded
- Jul 22, 2026Midwest Poultry Services recalled 1,589,577 dozen eggs due to potential Salmonella Enteritidis contamination.
- Aug 12, 2026FDA classified the recall as Class I, its highest risk level.
- Aug 14, 2026News outlets report the Class I classification, noting 98 illnesses and 26 hospitalizations linked to the outbreak.
Who’s saying what
- FDA
- The FDA classified the recall as Class I, indicating a reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death.
- CDC
- The CDC reported 98 illnesses and 26 hospitalizations across 17 states linked to the outbreak.
- Company
- Midwest Poultry Services referred to a statement from Emily Metz, president of the American Egg Board, but did not comment directly.
Still unverified
Some sources report no illnesses, while others report 98 illnesses; the discrepancy may be due to timing of reporting.