Many egg lovers, like me, find pleasure in breaking an egg, whether for an omelet, cake, or fried rice. While I occasionally buy eggs from the farmer’s market, most of the time, they come from the supermarket in standard cartons. Over time, I realized that understanding the codes on these cartons is essential, not just fascinating.
The numbers on egg cartons may look like random codes, but they are easy to decipher. The three-digit Julian date indicates the day of the year the eggs were packed. For example, “001” means January 1st, while “365” indicates December 31st.
Additionally, there’s a plant code, starting with ‘P’, that shows where the eggs were processed. This is helpful, especially during egg recalls, as it helps identify if your eggs are affected, ensuring their safety.
