Eggs originating from Yasensvit Ltd in Kyiv, Ukraine, bearing the code 3UA1012066 have been linked to a national outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis (S. Enteritidis) across the UK. Food Standards Scotland (FSS), the Food Standards Agency (FSA), and the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) are collaborating with Public Health Scotland (PHS) and the UK Health Security Agency on the investigation.
Consumers are strongly advised to check any eggs they possess for the code 3UA1012066 printed directly on the shell. It is important to note that these eggs may have been repackaged and sold under different branding, making the direct code check crucial.
These affected eggs are understood to have been distributed through smaller independent retailers and convenience stores, and are not sold through major supermarket chains. Individuals who have purchased eggs with this code are instructed not to consume them.
Consumers are advised to either return the eggs to the point of purchase for a refund or dispose of them safely. Salmonella infection can lead to symptoms such as fever, diarrhoea, and abdominal cramps. Anyone experiencing these symptoms should seek appropriate medical advice.
For further information, consumers should contact the retailer from whom the eggs were purchased.
