Shells are porous but have a protective coating (the cuticle). Cracks bypass this barrier.
Once inside, bacteria multiply quickly, especially if the egg isn't kept at a constant cold temperature. 🧼 Cross-Contamination why is it important to avoid buying cracked eggs
Buying cracked eggs is risky because damage to the shell breaks the egg’s primary line of defense against bacteria . Even a hairline fracture can lead to serious foodborne illness. 🦠 The Risk of Salmonella Shells are porous but have a protective coating
Raw egg leaking from a crack can get on your hands, the carton, or other groceries. bacteria multiply quickly