Products Recalled Nationwide Over Unexpected Safety Concerns

Cargill Kitchen Solutions has urgently recalled over 212,000 pounds of Egg Beaters and Bob Evans liquid egg products due to potential contamination with sodium hypochlorite, commonly known as bleach, affecting products distributed across multiple states with the “G1804” establishment number.

Quick Takes

The massive recall affects 212,268 pounds of liquid egg products produced on March 12-13, 2025
Products were shipped to distributors in Ohio and Texas, with possible nationwide distribution
FSIS has classified this as a Class III recall, indicating “marginal risk” to consumer health
Affected products are identifiable by the establishment number “G1804” printed on the carton
No illnesses or adverse reactions have been reported to date

Contamination Concerns Prompt Major Egg Product Recall

The US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has announced that Cargill Kitchen Solutions is recalling approximately 212,268 pounds of liquid egg products. The Michigan-based company initiated the recall after concerns arose that the products may be contaminated with sodium hypochlorite, a chemical found in common bleach solutions. The affected items include popular breakfast staples sold under the Egg Beaters brand and Bob Evans Better’n Eggs product line that were produced at the company’s Lake Odessa facility.

The recall specifically targets four 32-ounce carton products:

Egg Beaters Original Liquid Egg Substitute
Egg Beaters Cage-Free Original Liquid Egg Substitute
Egg Beaters Cage-Free Original Frozen Egg Substitute
Bob Evans Better’n Eggs Made with Real Egg Whites.

All affected products were manufactured on March 12-13, 2025, and can be identified by the establishment number “G1804” ink-jetted on the container. These products were primarily shipped to distributors in Ohio and Texas, but also for food service use in Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, and Iowa.

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Distribution and Health Risk Assessment

Federal officials have indicated that while the initial distribution focused on specific states, consumers nationwide should be vigilant. “There is a possibility that the products were distributed nationwide,” according to the recall notice. The contamination issue came to light after FSIS received a tip about the potential presence of sodium hypochlorite in these products, prompting immediate action by the regulatory agency and the manufacturer to protect public health.

After a thorough evaluation, FSIS scientists concluded that the risk of adverse health consequences from consuming these products is negligible. This assessment resulted in classifying the situation as a Class III recall, which indicates “marginal risk” to consumers. Despite the low risk classification, authorities are taking no chances with public safety. No confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to the consumption of these products have been reported as of the recall announcement.

Consumer Guidance and Company Response

The FSIS and Cargill Kitchen Solutions have issued clear instructions for consumers who may have purchased the affected products. “Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them,” the recall notice explicitly states. Instead, these items should either be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase. Food service locations that may have received these products are similarly advised not to serve them.

To ensure the recall is effective, FSIS is conducting “recall effectiveness checks” to verify that the recall has been properly communicated and that the affected products are no longer available to consumers. Cargill Kitchen Solutions has established a dedicated consumer hotline to address questions and concerns regarding the recall. Consumers who suspect they may have become ill after consuming these products are advised to seek immediate medical attention as a precautionary measure, though the risk is considered minimal.

The company emphasized that the recall is voluntary and coordinated with federal regulators, underscoring their commitment to consumer safety despite the low risk assessment. The recall notice provides important identifying information about the affected products, including specific use-by dates, to help consumers determine if they have purchased any of the potentially contaminated items. Consumers with questions can contact the company directly through the provided hotline number for additional guidance.