More than 212,000 pounds of liquid egg products—including Egg Beaters and Bob Evans Better’n Eggs—have been recalled due to contamination concerns. If you've recently purchased liquid eggs, it's time to check your fridge.

What’s Being Recalled?

The recall includes four varieties of 32-ounce liquid egg cartons that were distributed to retail and foodservice locations in Ohio and Texas and for foodservice use in Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, and Iowa. There's also a possibility that some shipments reached nationwide stores.

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All affected products have the establishment number "G1804" printed on the carton. A representative from Cargill has shared the following statement with Forbes:

“Out of an abundance of caution, and in coordination with the USDA, we have voluntarily recalled approximately 212,268 pounds of our liquid egg products that may potentially contain sodium hypochlorite. These products do not pose a health concern if consumed as noted by the USDA. And no illnesses or injuries associated with this product have been reported.”

The statement goes on to say that the potentially affected product was distributed to foodservice customers in the following states: Ohio, Texas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, and Iowa, and Cargill has a consumer hotline to answer any questions regarding the recall at 1-844-419-1574.

The FSIS recall notice states that the recall was issued due to an unapproved cleaning solution being used during production. FSIS scientists reviewed the issue and determined that no adverse health effects are expected, which is why this has been classified as a Class III recall—the lowest risk level.

What Should You Do?

If you've purchased any of these products:

  • Check the Use By date and establishment number on the packaging.
  • Do not consume recalled products, even if they look or smell fine.
  • Return affected items to the store for a refund.
  • Foodservice locations should follow disposal instructions provided in the recall notice.

Egg Prices & Consumer Impact

Liquid eggs, like Egg Beaters and Bob Evans liquid eggs, have been a go-to option for consumers looking for convenience or a cholesterol-friendly alternative to fresh eggs. While egg prices have stabilized this year, recalls like this can cause temporary disruptions for consumers who rely on liquid egg products as a grocery staple.

Liquid eggs are pasteurized for safety and are often used as a lower-fat, high-protein alternative to shell eggs. While pasteurization helps eliminate bacteria, contamination during processing—even if not considered harmful—can still impact taste and product quality.

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