Esselunga has issued a notice to its customers in which it communicates the recall of four lots of fresh medium eggs Smart brand. The decision was taken following a possible microbiological contamination, and represents a precautionary measure to safeguard the health of consumers. The company has invited all those who have purchased these eggs not to consume them and to return them to the point of purchase.
Withdrawn lots and deadlines
The recall specifically concerns four batches of eggs, produced by Gesco Sca based in Spirano (Bergamo), packaged in boxes of ten pieces and marked with the following codes:
- Lot 4179019929, expiring on September 14, 2024
- Lot 4282789926, expiring on 12 September 2024
- Lot 4501159926, expiring on 5 September 2024
- Lot 4736619926, expiring on 9 September 2024
These products were distributed through the Esselunga sales outlet network, and Customers can return iti to the supermarket where they were purchased to obtain a refund or replacement.
Consumer information
To ensure adequate information support, Esselunga has made available the toll free number 800-216653, active to provide all the necessary information regarding the recall. The advice is to avoid consuming eggs from the indicated lots, returning them to the store as soon as possible. The reimbursement will be managed directly when the product is returned, without the need to present the purchase receipt.
Potential risks related to microbiological contamination
Although the official statement does not go into specific details about the nature of the contamination, it is known that eggs can be vulnerable to several types of microbiological agents. Among the most common are bacteria such as Salmonellathe Listeria monocytogenes, Staphylococcus aureus and fecal coliformsall of which can cause serious foodborne infections. The porous structure of the eggshell facilitates the penetration of bacteria, especially when eggs are not handled properly during transportation and storage.
Best practices for storing eggs at home
Food safety is a central issue not only for companies, but also for end consumers. To reduce the risk of contamination, it is essential to store eggs in the refrigerator, maintaining a constant temperature. In supermarkets, eggs are usually exposed to room temperature to prevent temperature changes during transport from causing cracks in the shell, which could favor the entry of pathogens.
Another recommendation is to Do not consume eggs with damaged shells and avoid preparations that leave raw parts. Completely cooking eggs significantly reduces the risk of infections. If raw eggs must be used, as in some sweet recipes, it is preferable to opt for very fresh eggs, possibly within the first week of being laid.
The identification code on eggs: how to read it
Eggs on the market are marked with an identification code that allows you to trace the origin of the product and the type of breeding of the hens. The first number of the code indicates the breeding method: the 0 refers to the production organicthe1 to the breeding outdoorThe 2 to Earth and the 3 in cageThe next two digits indicate the country of origin (with It identifying Italy), while the remaining numbers provide information on the municipality of production, the province and the specific farm where the eggs were laid.
