From The O/K: Forever Yogurt
Multiple Forever Yogurt locations (Illinois) are illegally displaying the O/K Kosher certification mark on physical signs in-store and digital images online. O/K Kosher Certification does NOT certify any Forever Yogurt products or locations.
From The Star-K: Mr. Nut – Dried Mulberry
Packages of Mr. Nut Dried Mulberry, distributed by Vintage Food Corp of Newark, bear an unauthorized Star-K symbol. The Star-K does not certify this company or any mulberries due to infestation issues.
From The O/U: Twizzlers/Gummies
Although most Twizzlers candies are Kosher and bear an O/U certification, Twizzlers Gummies contain non-Kosher gelatin and are NOT certified Kosher.
From The Scroll K of Denver: Walmart Coconut Creme Pie
Some Freshness Guaranteed Walmart brand Coconut Creme Pie sold at Wal-Mart stores have been labeled with the Scroll K symbol erroneously, omitting the “dairy” designation. This product is certified Scroll K and DAIRY.
From The O/U: Shock Rocks
The O/U does NOT certify Shock Rocks candies. Some Shock Rocks candies are packaged with an unauthorized O/U mark.
From The O/U: Alpha Baking
Rosen’s brand bagels, produced by Alpha Baking, are no longer O/U certified. Rosen’s breads and buns bearing the O/U symbol on the packaging continue to be O/U pareve certified.
From The cRc (Chicago Rabbinical Council): Ricola Cough/Throat Drops
Only the following varieties of Ricola Cough Drops are recommended by the cRc. They do not require a certification symbol on the package: Original (Natural) Herb, Honey Herb and Lemon Mint. Regular and Sugar Free/
From The COR of Greater Detroit: Duncan Hines Mixes
The O/U has confirmed that all Duncan Hines Cake Mixes and all Duncan Hines Brownie Mixes are always Yoshon.
From The Star-K: Magic Seasoning Blends Gravy & Gumbo Magic
Magic Seasonings Blends Gravy & Gumbo Magic bears an unauthorized Star-K symbol. This product is NOT Kosher.
From The Star-K: Sadaf Mamoul, Barazek & Baklava
Packages of Sadaf Mamoul with Date, Barazek with Sesame and Baklava, bear an unauthorized Star-K symbol.
From The O/U: Utz Wavy Original Potato Chips
Some Utz 2.75 oz. Wavy Original Potato Chips may inadvertently contain dairy seasoning. this only pertains to product with a May 06 2024 expiration date and the batch number 23363030203. This product was distributed in the NY Metropolitan area.
From The O/U: Simply Truth Chocolate Chips
The O/U certifies Simple Truth brand chocolate chips and 72% Cacao Dark Chocolate Chunks as O/U pareve. This product can be found in Ralphs supermarkets on the west coast.
From The O/U: Great Value Cranberry Blend of 4 Juices
The O/U does NOT certify Great Value Cranberry Blend of 4 Juices. Some labels were printed with an unauthorized O/U mark (the word ‘Cranberry’ appears by itself in large fonts and the words ‘Cranberry Blend of 4 Juices’ appear in smaller fonts on the bottom part of the label).
From The KIB: Colored Peppers in Los Angeles area from Eretz Yisroel
Red, Yellow and Orange Bell Peppers from Eretz Yisroel have been spotted in local Los Angeles area super markets (Ralph’s, Trader Joe’s etc.). Please look for country of origin when buying bell peppers, as there can be truma and maaser halachic prohibitions.
From The KSA: Parisien Gourmandises Bakery in La Jolla
Parisien Gourmandises is a new French/American Bakery in La Jolla. This bakery is under KSA Hashgacha. Their phone number is (858) 352-6552
From The Star-K: Fruitique SquareBar Ice Cream Bars
Fruitique Cheese and Guava SquareBar Artisan Ice Cream Bars bear an unauthorized Star-D symbol and are NOT Kosher. Other Fruitique Ice Cream Bar flavors have also been found to bear an unauthorized Star-D. The Kosher status of these items is currently under review.
From The Star-K: Newly Certified – Prime Source Foods Pickled Products
Prime Source Foods Pickled Products is now certified Kosher under Star-K supervision.
From The Star-K: Newly Certified – Redcon1 Sports & Nutritional Drinks
Redcon1 Sports & Nutritional Drinks is now certified Kosher under Star-K supervision.
From The Star-K: Newly Certified – Lali Brands Alcoholic Beverages
Lali Brands Alcoholic Beverages is now certified Kosher under Star-K supervision.
From The Star-K: Newly Certified – Great Jones Distillery
Great Jones Distillery, manufacturers of Alcoholic Beverages, is now certified Kosher under Star-K supervision.
From The Star-K: Newly Certified – Goood Wellness Vitamins, Nutritionals & Homeopathic
Goood Wellness products, including Vitamins, Nutritionals & Homeopathic are now certified Kosher under Star-K supervision.
From The Star-K: Newly Certified – Bountouris Olives
Bountouris Olives are now certified Kosher under Star-K supervision.
From The RCC: Basbussa Restaurant in Los Angeles
The RCC announces that Basbussa Restaurant on W. 3rd St. in Los Angeles is now newly certified Kosher under RCC supervision.
From The O/U: Hidden Valley Original Ranch Dressing
The O/U certifies Hidden Valley Original Ranch Dressing and Dipping Sauce as an O/UD (dairy) product. Some labels were printed with an O/U marking, without the “D” designation. This product contains dairy, as indicated in the allergens and ingredients statements.
Brand New for Chanukah!
From The COR of Greater Detroit: Arizona Grapeade Fruit Juice Cocktail
Arizona Grapeade Fruit Juice Cocktail, sold in Israel bears an added label with an unauthorized Kof-K symbol. This product is not Kosher.
From The COR of Greater Detroit: Agur Winery
Various wines imported by Israeli Wine Direct, LLC/Levantars Imports, display the words “Certified by O/K Kosher” in Hebrew. O/K Kosher has not certified Agur Winery since 2014.
From The COR of Greater Detroit: Aldi Fresh Tilapia Fillets
Aldi Fresh Tilapia Fillets are not acceptable because they do not have Kashrus certification and are sold without skin/scales. Aldi’s fresh farm-raised salmon, however, that is plain, unseasoned and vacuum-sealed, has skin/scales on one side and is acceptable even without certification (“Farm Raised” is stated in fine print on the back). This includes Aldi’s Atlantic […]
From The COR of greater Detroit: Welch’s Grape Juice
Welch’s Grape Juice with a K is not an Orthodox supervision and should not be considered Kosher.
From The O/U: Manischewitz Dark Chocolate Coins
A very limited quantity of Manischewitz Chocolate Coins bags, labeled as Dark Chocolate Coins – O./U pareve, contain O/U dairy Cholov Yisroel chocolate coins. Consumers can easily identify if the chocolate coins in a bag are dairy or pareve by looking at the color of the foil covering the chocolate coins. Chocolate coins wrapped in […]