From The COR: Simply Nature Organic Breads
Most Simply Nature Organic Breads at Aldi are no longer manufactured by a Kosher certified company and no longer bear the Kosher Check symbol.
From the O/U: Happy Baby Organics “Clearly Crafted”
Happy Baby Organics “Clearly Crafted” Baby Food Jars are no longer O/U certified due to changes in production and new jars, therefore, no longer bear the O/U symbol. Jars that still bear the O/U were produced before this change. Check each label. (Note: The new jars, without the O/U, state “Clearly Crafted” on the front […]
OU – Pas Yisroel List 5780
The Tur (Orach Chaim, Siman 603), based upon the Talmud Yerushalmi, cites the custom for Jews to be stringent during the Aseres Yimei Teshuva to eat exclusively ‘Pas Yisroel’ bread. Even those Jews who generally do not exclusively eat ‘Pas Yisroel’ are encouraged to accept this practice during the period between Rosh Ha-Shanah and Yom Kippur. We therefore […]
From The O/K: Kosher Express Restaurant in Fair Lawn, NJ
The O/K advises that as of end of day on September 20th, 2019, Kosher Express, located on Morlot Ave. in Fair Lawn, NJ will no longer be certified by O/K Kosher certification.
From The Star-K: Rosh Hashanna Reminders
The following are relevant facts and information related to Rosh Hashanna foods… a.) Dates: It is recommended to open and do a visual inspection on a few out of each container. If no insects are seen, one can assume the rest are insect-free. b.) Figs: Open each one and check carefully for infestation (wasps, bees, […]
From The O/K: Montes brand Andinetas Mix
Montes brand Andinetas Mix (Chocolate Flavored Gems), sold as Sam’s Club locations in Mexico, have been mistakenly labeled with a plain O/K symbol. These products contain milk and are certified Kosher DAIRY.
From The RCC – Santa Monica Glatt Market
The Rcc informs us that as of Sunday, September 15, 2019, Santa Monica Glatt Market will no longer be under the Kashrus Certification of the RCC. No Kashrus violations were found.
From the Star-K: Shatnez in Oven Mitts
Cuisinart brand oven mitts, product of China, with label stating “100% Polyester Filling” contain a shatnez filling. They are not pure polyester as they contain wool and linen. In general, oven mitt fillings should be checked for shatnez, especially if they are made in China. Silicone mitts without a filling do not require checking.
From The O/K: Snapple
A limited number of Snapple Diet Cranberry Raspberry 6 packs (16 oz. bottles) were mistakenly printed with the O/K Kosher symbol on the outer cartons. This product is NOT kosher certified and the actual bottles do NOT bear the Kosher symbol.
From The O/U: Splenda with Sample Pod Concentrates
The O/U certifies Splenda sweetener as an O/U Pareve product. Some Splenda bags include sample Iced Tea Concentrate drink pods and Strawberry Watermelon Concentrate Drink Pods, which are certified by the O/U as O/Ud (dairy). The outer bags are labeled with both an O/U symbol and an O/Ud symbol. The O/U symbol pertains to the […]
From the cRc: Golden Crown Yellow Rice (with Saffron)
Golden Crown Yellow Rice (with Saffron), distributed by International Golden Foods, Inc., was mistakenly labeled as cRc Kosher. This product contains non-Kosher chicken fat and is NOT kosher.
From The cRc: Iceberg Garden Salad (Prewashed)
Prewashed brands of Iceberg Garden Salad that normally bear Kosher certification, such as Fresh Express (Star-K), Dole, Kroger and Aldi’s Little Salad Bar (O/K), have been found recently without the Kashrus symbol on some bags. This is due to increased infestation levels in some batches, or to non-approved processing lines. Every bag should be checked […]
From The cRc: Blueberries
While regular fresh blueberries must be rinsed well in water and a cursory inspection for maggots is required, ORGANIC BLUEBERRIES have been found to be very infested and the cRc recommends that they should be avoided altogether. U-pick farms are using fewer pesticides than commercially sold berries. Therefore, the cRc recommends that berries from U-pick […]
From The O/U: Borenstein Vegetable Lasagna
The label on Borenstein’s Vegetable Lasagna states O/U Glatt Kosher and O/U Pareve. The ingredient panel correctly lists dairy ingredients. Consumers should be alerted by any contradiction in the labeling and examine the contents of the meal before eating.
From The O/K: Supremo Italiano Mozzarella Cheese Loaf
Supremo Italiano Mozzarella, sold by Restaurant Depot, bears an unauthorized O/K symbol on the back label. This product is NOT certified by the O/K Kosher certification.
From The cRc: Leonidas – Fresh Belgian Chocolate
The cRc certifies as kosher some varieties of Leonidas – Fresh Belgian Chocolates but the majority of products are NOT kosher certified. These chocolates are being sold at the James Richardson Duty Free Stores at Ben-Gurion Airport in Israel with a sticker on the back of the various boxes that states all products in the […]
From the cRc: Inspired Organics Spinach
August 8, 2019 Please be advised that Inspired Organics, Organic Cut Spinach with lot # S1905291 printed on the pouch, has been found to be infested and may not be used even though it bears the cRc logo. Corrective actions are being taken.
Sunfood Superfood Goji Berries – Infestation
EarthKosher has received and independently verified reports of consumers finding insects in packages of dried goji berries, to include the following lots of goji berries sold by Sunfood Superfoods. These lots bear the EarthKosher symbol and are not certified: Lot# 190701 (8oz) and 190628 (1lb). Packaging is being updated.
I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter – the LIGHT one – Pareve
I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter Brand I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter Product 28% vegetable oil spread, “the LIGHT one” Issue The Orthodox Union certifies I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter 28% vegetable oil spread, “the LIGHT one” as an OU Pareve product. Some lids mistakenly bear an OU D symbol instead of a […]
Unauthorized OU: Le Tanou Restaurant, France
Le Tanou Restaurant Company Le Tanou, Antibes France Issue Unauthorized OU The Orthodox Union does not certify Le Tanou restaurant in France. They are displaying the OU symbol without authorization. Corrective actions are being implemented.
Unauthorized OU: Kroger Sherry Cooking Vinegar
Kroger Sherry Cooking Vinegar Brand Kroger Product Sherry Cooking Vinegar Company The Kroger Company, Cincinnati OH Issue Unauthorized OU The Orthodox Union does not certify Kroger Sherry Cooking Vinegar. Some labels bear an unauthorized OU symbol. Corrective actions are being implemented.
Kashrus Alert: Eli Kosher Catering – Spain
It has been brought to our attention that ELI KOSHER CATERING of MADRID, SPAIN has been advertising Kosher meals under the supervision of The Orthodox Rabbinical Council of BC (Kosher Check). Please be aware that Kosher Check does NOT certify Eli Kosher and any letter indicating such is a forgery. http://www.koshercheck.org/news-and-articles/kosher-alert-eli-kosher-catering
Unauthorized OK: Moe’s Ice Cream Truck in Deal
Moe’s Ice Cream Truck, doing business in and around Deal, Long Branch and Neptune in New Jersey is displaying an unauthorized OK Kosher symbol on the outside of the truck. OK Kosher does NOT certify this vendor or the products it serves.
From Earthkosher: Goji Berries
EarthKosher has informed us that they have received and verified reports of consumers finding insects in packages of dried goji berries. At this time, dried goji berries should not be consumed even when bearing the EarthKosher symbol. However, the following lots of goji berries, packaged and sold by Navitas Organics ARE ACCEPTABLE… 250 1906301, 2501907001, […]
From The Star – K: Safir Canned Tomatoes with Tomato Juice & Basil
Safir Canned Tomatoes with Tomato Juice & Basil , a product of Tunisia, bear an unauthorized Star-K sticker.
From The O/U: Gefen Sour Cherries
The O/U certifies Gefen Hungarian Sour Cherries as an O/UP (kosher for Passover) product. Some cherries from a particular batch were found to have tolayim (worms). This product is being withdraw from the marketplace.
From The O/U: Harris Teeter Cranberry Black Cherry Juice
The O/U does not certify Harris Teeter Cranberry Black Cherry Juice Cocktail. Some labels bear an unauthorized O/U symbol.
From The Vaad of Greater Detroit: Sabra Dipping Co. Guacamole with Tostitos Rolls Tortilla Chips
Please be aware that Sabra Guacamole with Tostitos Rolls Tortilla Chips does NOT bear the O/K and Rabbi Weissmandl certification that appear on most other Sabra Dipping Co. products and is NOT recommended.
From the Vaad of Greater Detroit: Sabra Food Products, Norwood, Ma
Sabra Food Products (manufactured by International Food Products, Inc), including Hummus, Baba Ghanoush, Tahini Sauce, Tabouli, Black Bean & Wheat Pilaf, Grape Leaves, Cracked Wheat Salad and Mediterranean Salad bear an unauthorized KVH kosher symbol. PLEASE NOTE: Sabra Food Products from Norwood, Ma is NOT affiliated with Sabra Dipping Co., White Plains, N.Y., which remains […]
From The O/U: Food Club Tomato Clam Juice
The O/U does NOT certify Food Club Tomato Clam Juice Cocktail. Some labels bear an unauthorized O/U symbol.