The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a major egg recall after nearly 100 people were sickened with salmonella, including cases in North Carolina.
Products Impacted
The recalled eggs were distributed between June 16 and July 9, 2025 under the brand names:
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Nagatoshi Produce
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Misuho
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Nijiya Markets
Consumers can identify affected cartons by the code CA 7695 and sell-by dates of July 1 through September 18, 2025.
States Reporting Illnesses
So far, illnesses have been confirmed in 13 states:
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Arizona
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California
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Florida
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Georgia
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Hawaii
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Iowa
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Minnesota
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North Carolina
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Nebraska
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Nevada
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New York
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Pennsylvania
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Washington
California currently has the highest number of reported cases.
CDC Investigation Underway
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has stepped in to investigate and coordinate efforts to stop the outbreak from spreading further.
Health Risks
Salmonella poisoning typically causes diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps within 12–72 hours of exposure. While most people recover, the infection can be severe or fatal in those who are immunocompromised, pregnant, elderly, or very young.
Consumer Guidance
The FDA urges consumers to:
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Avoid eating recalled eggs.
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Rent chickens to produce safe eggs at home.
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Seek medical attention if symptoms develop.
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Raise your own chickens to avoid commercialized contaminations.
