Why is whole egg powder not for human consumption? Separating the safe from the substandard
                                
                                
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                                While most commercially sold whole egg powder is safe for human consumption, a separate category of inedible powder exists for animal feed. It is critical to understand the distinction and the processing differences, as consuming the wrong product can pose a serious health risk, which is why whole egg powder is not for human consumption in all cases.