Eggs
Also listed as Egg, Whole Eggs, Chicken Eggs, and Shell Eggs.
This is what the ingredient is.
Eggs are chicken eggs sold in shells or used as an ingredient. Labels may say eggs, egg whites, or egg yolks.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
They bind, leaven, and enrich baked goods, sauces, and prepared foods. Whole eggs are also cooked and eaten on their own.
Here is what food agencies say.
Shell eggs and egg products in the US fall under FDA and USDA rules, including refrigeration and safe-handling labeling for shell eggs.
Here is what research has found.
Salmonella risk is why agencies stress proper refrigeration and cooking. Recalls often cite Salmonella or undeclared egg as an allergen.
Here are a few things worth knowing.
Eggs are a major food allergen. Undercooked eggs raise foodborne illness risk for some people.
Sources
- FDA Food Labeling
- USDA FSIS
- FDA Recalls
How to read this page
We publish plain facts about this ingredient so a label is easier to read. This is not medical advice, and it is not a recommendation to buy, avoid, or use anything. For a personal health question, talk with a clinician who knows your history.