Halachot and Customs
Do Eggs Require a Hechsher?
Question
Do eggs need kosher certification, and if so, what needs to be a concern?
Thank you
Answer
Hello,
Regular eggs (fresh, in their shells) do not require a hechsher, because it is clear that they are from a chicken.
Sources: See Yoreh Deah (siman 86, sections 1-2).
With blessings,
Hillel Meirs
