From The cRc: Royal Bee Icing Decoration (Leonardo Sweets)

Please be aware that Royal Bee Icing Decoration, under the brand name Leonardo Sweets (Ohr Yehudah, Israel) is being sold in Israel with an unauthorized cRc logo.  This product, which is manufactured in China, is NOT Kosher certified by the Chicago Rabbinical Council.

From The O/U: Zeimatijos Pienas Reggianito Cheese

The O/U does NOT certify Ziematijos Pienas Reggianito Cheese (made in Lithuania and sold in Mexico).  Some 4.5 Kilo blocks of this cheese are being sold with an O/U letter of certification stuck onto the wrapper.  The certificate does NOT list this cheese as certified, and the use of the certificate on this cheese is […]

From The O/U: Keto Shortbread Cookie Mix

The O/U certifies Keto and Co. Shortbread Cookie Mix as an O/UD (dairy) product.  Some packages of this product were labeled with a plain “O/U”, without the “D” designation.  This product contains dairy as indicated in the ingredients statement.

From Kosher Certification Service (Rabbi Eli Frankel) : Amour Bakery

All cookies sold by St. Amour Bakery in Costa Mesa, Ca., which are also sold by the brand name “Daniel’s Cookies” are NOT certified Kosher by Kosher Certification Service effectively immediately.  These cookies are sold at Whole Foods Marker and other health food stores.

From The cRc: Buffalo Trace Kosher Whiskey

The cRc proudly announces the second annual release of the Buffalo Trace Kosher Whiskey.  This product, produced every year after Pesach, is made with careful oversight to ensure that it was produced under the strictest Kosher standards.  This includes verification that it wasn’t under Jewish ownership over Pesach throughout the many years of maturation.  Look […]

From The cRc: Mountain Dew

Please be aware that three groups of Mountain Dew products – Game Fuel, KickStart and Rise – contain grape juice and are therefore only acceptable for the Kosher consumer if there is a “K” (or a recognized kosher symbol) on the can or bottle.  Other Mountain Dew products that are produced in the USA, Canada […]

From the Star-K: Natural Earth Toasted Yaki Sushi Nori – must check!

Natural Earth Yaki Sushi Nori    Please be advised that .70 oz. packages of Natural Earth Toasted Yaki Sushi Nori (shown below) that bear an expiration code of Feb 11 2022 were labeled incorrectly. This lot was not checked and is not certified. Consumers who purchased this product bearing this date must check it prior […]

From the CRC: Chocolate Works S’Mores

July 9, 2021 Chocolate Works S’Mores manufactured by 5th Avenue Chocolatiere, Freeport, NY is certified as dairy by the cRc.  Current packages of the product are missing the dairy designation. Corrective actions are being taken

From the OU: Several Products Alerts

Botticelli Balsamic Vinegar Brand Botticelli Product Balsamic Vinegar Company Botticelli Food Corp., Commack NY Issue Unauthorized OU The Orthodox Union does not certify Botticelli Balsamic Vinegar. Some bottles bear an unauthorized OU symbol. Corrective actions are being implemented. June 24, 2021 Chef’s Warehouse Chocoa Crisp Strawberry Chocolate Decor Pearls Brand Chocoa Product Crisp Strawberry Chocolate […]

From the RCC: Newly Certified

NEWLY CERTIFIED BY RCC The RCC is excited to announce the following establishments are now under RCC kosher supervision: Catering for events Chillbachi Ice cream Fruitilicious Retail: Coming Soon- Valley Swirl- Ice Cream- located at 12431 Burbank Blvd, Valley Village, CA 91607

Unauthorized OU: Several products from The Nutmeg Company

The Orthodox Union does not certify Carne Assada Seasoning; Burgundy Wine Marinade; French Onion Dip Mix and Saffron Rice Seasoning made by The Nutmeg Company. These products are labeled with an unauthorized OU symbol under several brand names, including brands of some kosher food stores and distributors. Every label with the unauthorized OU symbol states […]

From the CRC: Some cakes at Jewel-Osco’s Kosher Bakery not Pas Yisroel

Some OU certified 8” Ice Cream Cone Decorated cakes sold at Jewel-Osco’s Kosher Bakery(on 2485 W. Howard, Evanston, IL) inadvertently used cones that are not Pas Yisrael. These cakes were produced between Sunday June 20 and Tuesday June 22. Corrective action has been taken to ensure that only Pas Yisrael cones are used in the future.

From the Kof-K: Unauthorized Nori Sheets

Recently, possibly due to the shortage, there’s been several unauthorized Kof-K’s on Nori Sheets. They do not certified any Nori produced in China. The only Nori company certified by the Kof-K is Yamamotoyama.

No longer certified: Ssips Passion Fruit Drink

Ssips Passion Fruit Drink Brand Ssips Product Passion Fruit Drink Company Johanna Foods, Flemington NJ Issue No Longer Certified The Orthodox Union certified Ssips Passion Fruit Drink. Due to recent changes, the Orthodox Union will no longer certify Ssips Passion Fruit Drink. The certified drink bears the OU symbol, and the non-certified drink has no […]

Unauthorized OU: Carne Assada Seasoning and Burgundy Wine Marinade

The Nutmeg Spice Company Carne Assada Seasoning and Burgundy Wine Marinade Brand The Nutmeg Spice Company Product Carne Assada Seasoning and Burgundy Wine Marinade Company The Nutmeg Spice Company, Terryville CT Issue Unauthorized OU The Orthodox Union does not certify Carne Assada Seasoning and Burgundy Wine Marinade made by The Nutmeg Company. These products are […]

From The Kof-K: Nori Sheets

Recently, possibly due to the current shortage, several unauthorized Kof-K’s have been circulating on Nori sheets.  The Kof-K does NOT certify any Nori produced in China.  Yamamotoyama is the only Kof-K Kosher certified company producing Nori.

From the OU: Bone Suckin Sauces – Must Check for OU

The Orthodox Union certifies several Bone Suckin’ sauce products. The certified products bear the OU Symbol. As a result of recent production changes, some Bone Suckin’ products no longer bear the OU Symbol. Consumers should look for the OU Symbol when purchasing products.

Unauthorized OU: First Street Parmesan Cheese

The Orthodox Union does not certify First Street parmesan cheese packets, a foodservice item. Some labels bear an unauthorized OU-D symbol. Corrective actions are being implemented.

Unauthorized OU: GardenCells Zigir Oil

Unauthorized OU The Orthodox Union does not certify GardenCells Zigir Oil. Some bottles are labeled with an unauthorized OU symbol. If you see this product in the marketplace, please provide details to kosherq@ou.org. Corrective actions are being implemented.

Unauthorized OU: Price Chopper PICS Ham

Unauthorized OU The Orthodox Union does not certify PICS Ham. Some packaging bears an unauthorized OU. This product is being withdrawn from the marketplace.

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