: This is the international symbol for irradiation—a green circle with a stylized plant inside.

: Some shoppers have successfully found them at major chains like Kroger and Whole Foods Market .

: For specific needs (like large-scale baking), you can sometimes find treated egg products through Walmart or specialized food service providers. How to Identify Them

While availability varies by region and season, these are the most likely places to find them:

: In certain areas, retailers like Jewel-Osco and Safeway have been known to carry them, sometimes as a seasonal item around holidays like Easter or Christmas.

: The most well-known brand for in-shell pasteurized eggs is Davidson’s Safest Choice , which uses a patented water-bath pasteurization process that achieves similar safety results to irradiation. Why Choose Irradiated Eggs?

Don't just look for "irradiated" on the label. Keep an eye out for these specific markers:

Finding irradiated eggs at your local grocery store can be a bit of a treasure hunt because they aren't as common as standard or even pasteurized eggs. Irradiation is a process used to kill harmful bacteria like Salmonella without using heat, effectively "cold pasteurizing" the egg while it's still in the shell. Where to Buy Irradiated Eggs