Class I U.S. Food and Drug Administration

Kenz Henz Grade AA Large Pasture Raised Eggs recall: Potential to be contaminated with Salmonella

Recall published 1+ years ago

Potential to be contaminated with Salmonella

The hazard: Salmonella contamination

Salmonella is what triggered this notice. The bacteria transfer readily from hands and surfaces, which is why the clean-up matters as much as the disposal.

What the notice says: Kenz Henz of Santa Fe, TX, is recalling its 12 count packages of "Grade AA Large Pasture Raised eggs" because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella , an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.

Why it matters: Salmonella is one of the most common causes of foodborne illness in the United States. It spreads easily from a contaminated product to hands, taps, cloths and other food in the same kitchen.

Symptoms and when to call a doctor

The CDC describes salmonellosis as diarrhoea, fever and stomach cramps that usually begin between six hours and six days after exposure and last about four to seven days. Most people recover without treatment. Children under five, adults over 65 and people with weakened immune systems are more likely to become seriously ill. Seek care for diarrhoea with a high fever, bloody stools, vomiting that stops you keeping liquids down, diarrhoea lasting more than three days, or signs of dehydration such as very little urine, a dry mouth or dizziness when standing.

This page is general information, not medical advice. If you feel unwell, a clinician who can see you is the only person able to judge your case.

Recall details

Recall number
H-0170-2026
Published
October 16, 2025
Risk level
Class I
Status
Terminated
Issued by
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Brand
Kenz Henz
Product type
Eggs
Units affected
16,400 dozen
Distribution
Texas
Lot / code info
Julian date 241(Aug 30) to 244 (Sep 2) and 246 (Sep 4) to 247 (Sep 5), Best by Dates 10/11 to 10/14/25 and 10/16 to 10/17.
Reports of harm
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.

Products covered by this recall

Grade AA Large Pasture Raised Eggs

What the company announced

Kenz Henz of Santa Fe, TX, is recalling its 12 count packages of "Grade AA Large Pasture Raised eggs" because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella , an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.

The recalled "12 Count Pasture Raised eggs" in retail stores in Houston, TX.

The called Kenz Henz brand Grade AA Large Eggs are packaged in a 12 count carton marked with UPC code 86949400030, a Julian date of 241 (Aug 30) to 244 (Sep 2) and 246 (Sep 4) to 247 (Sep5) with a best by date of 10/11 to 10/14 and 10/16 to 10/17 stamped on the side.

No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.

Current update as of September 29, 2025: FDA initiated an inspection at Black Sheep Egg Company’s egg processing facility and collected environmental samples. Of the samples collected, 40 environmental samples were positive for Salmonella including seven different strains of Salmonella . Some of these strains are known to cause human illness. FDA does not have information available at this time to suggest that this firm is the source of an ongoing outbreak.

Consumers who purchased 12 count cartons of "Kenz Henz Grade AA pasture raised eggs" are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-(409)457-5934 Mon – Fri 9:00am – 4:00pm.

Reproduced from the company announcement posted on fda.gov. Links and contact forms in the original are not repeated here; the official notice below has them.

Check your product

The notice names 8 codes you can read straight off the package. Type the one printed on yours and the list below narrows to it.

Best-by / use-by date

Printed beside the lot code, not on the price sticker.

  • 10/11
  • 10/16
  • 11
  • 14
  • 25
  • 10
  • 16

Package size

Match the net weight or the piece count on the front of the pack.

  • 12 count

Codes are lifted verbatim from the FDA — Company recall announcements notice. A code that is missing here may still be covered — the official notice is the complete list.

What to do about Salmonella

Kenz Henz — Salmonella is what triggered this notice. The bacteria transfer readily from hands and surfaces, which is why the clean-up matters as much as the disposal.

  1. Stop eating the product and keep it away from anything ready to eat.
  2. If you repackaged or froze it, check the freezer too. Salmonella is not killed by freezing.
  3. Watch everyone who ate it for about a week, and call a doctor sooner for a child under five or an adult over 65.
  4. Bag it and bin it, or take it back to the store — do not feed it to pets or livestock either.

Getting a refund without the pack

The commonest reason people skip the refund is that they have already thrown the item away. That rarely matters.

  • A photo of the label and lot code is accepted by most grocers, and so is a card statement line showing the purchase.
  • Store credit is often offered first. You can ask for the original payment method instead, and it is normally granted.
  • No photo either? Ask anyway. Grocery chains settle recall refunds at the service desk because disputing them costs more than paying them.
  • For a multi-pack or a case, ask for the full purchase price rather than a per-unit figure — the recall covers what you paid.

Remedy named in the notice: Consumers who purchased 12 count cartons of "Kenz Henz Grade AA pasture raised eggs" are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Company contact: Kenz Henz — Consumers: (409) 457-5934

The official notice

This page summarises a notice published by U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The agency notice is the authoritative version — read it before you act, and treat it as the final word if anything here looks different.

Open the FDA — Company recall announcements record U.S. Food and Drug Administration recalls

Questions people ask about this recall

Why was Kenz Henz eggs recalled?

Potential to be contaminated with Salmonella Kenz Henz of Santa Fe, TX, is recalling its 12 count packages of "Grade AA Large Pasture Raised eggs" because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella , an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.

How do I know if I have the recalled product?

Match the codes printed on your package against the notice: best-by date 10/11 or 10/16. If the code on your package is not on that list, your unit is outside the recall.

What should I do with it right now?

Stop eating the product and keep it away from anything ready to eat.

Can I get my money back?

The notice says: Consumers who purchased 12 count cartons of "Kenz Henz Grade AA pasture raised eggs" are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Which states were affected?

The notice lists Texas.

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