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What safe handling instructions are on egg cartons?
FDA requires all cartons of raw, shell eggs not treated to destroy Salmonella carry the following statement:
SAFE HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS: To prevent illness from bacteria: Keep eggs refrigerated, cook eggs until yolks are firm, and cook foods containing eggs thoroughly.