From The O/U: Kraft String Cheese
Lactalis Heritage Dairy has decided to remove O/UD kosher certification from Kraft Natural Cheese String Cheese products and transition to another Kosher certifying entity and its kashrus standards.
From The O/U: Bertolli Condimento Basamico Bianca and Aceto Balsamico Di Modena
The O/U does not certify Bertolli Condimento Balsamico Bianca and Aceto Balsamico Di Modena. Some Spanish-German labels (sold in Europe)bear an unauthorized O/U symbol.
From The Star-K: Appliance Alert
A few months ago, Star-K received reports from consumers that certain Thermador integrated refrigerators and freezers did not maintain proper cooling temperatures when set in Sabbath Mode. These appliances included T30IR, T30IF, T36IR and T36IF. Thermador has developed a solution to this cooking problem. Unfortunately, it will not be available to consumers before the Yamim […]
From The Star-K: Golden Raisins Alert
Recent extensive testing by many kashrus agencies has shown an increased infestation issue specifically in Golden Raisins. The Star-K has not found a practical way for consumers to check them. Therefore, the Star-K is recommending that golden raisins not be used, regardless of the source, until further notice. At this time, this alert does not […]
From The O/K: Pinas Locas Quetzaly
Pinas Locas Quetzaly in Spring Valley, N.Y. is displaying an unauthorized O/K certification mark on various materials representing their establishment. O/K certification does not certify any of this company’s locations or products.
From The cRc: Sonoma Far in Shelby, Indiana
Effective immediately, due to Kosher violations, Sonoma Farm, located in Shelby, Indiana, is no longer certified Kosher by cRc and will not bear the cRc logo.
From The Star-K: Northeast Quartered Artichoke Hearts
Cans of Northeast Quartered Artichoke Hearts bear an unauthorized Star-K symbol (note: Affected products are large foodservice #10″ cans). Star-K does not certify artichoke hearts due to insect infestation.
From The CRC (Central Rabbinical Congress): Kleinhouse Coffee
The New High-Quality Coffee from Kleinhouse Coffee, produced under the CRC, contains micro-ground pieces of coffee beans that are roasted but not cooked. Therefore, one should be careful when using this coffee on Shabbos to ensure compliance with the prohibition against cooking on Shabbos. Each person should consult their Rabbinic Halachic authority.
From The cRc: Inspired Organics brand spinach
Organic Cut Spinach from Inspired Organics, Warren, MI, bears an unauthorized cRc logo.
From The cRc: Inspired Organics brand Cut Spinach
From The O/K: Apple Maps
Apple Maps is displaying the O/K certification mark on listings for various establishments in the “good to know” section on both mobile app and browser This is not an authorized use of the O/K Kosher certification mark.
From The Scroll K of Denver: Rosenberg’s Kosher Cream Cheese
Many Rosenberg’s dairy cream cheese have been mistakenly labeled as pareve, instead of dairy in the past two days. These include: Rosenberg’s Kosher Dill Cream Cheese Rosenberg’s Kosher Hatch Green Chili Cream Cheese Rosenberg’s Kosher Lox Cream Cheese Rosenberg’s Kosher Plain Whipped Cream Cheese Rosenberg’s Kosher Scallion Cream Cheese Rosenberg’s Kosher Veggie Cream Cheese
From Earth Kosher: Actual Veggies
The following products under the Actual Veggies brand, bear an unauthorized symbol and are not Kosher… Eggplant Chickpea Veggie Balls Southwest Black Bean Veggie Balls
From The O/U: Jelly Belly
Jelly Belly has informed the O/U that, due to changes in one of their factories, Jelly Belly products in that location will soon no longer be Kosher. There is no change in the Jelly Belly formulation, but because of production changes, other non-Kosher products will be produced on shared equipment. As a result, all Jelly […]
From The KLBD: Wall’s Twister Pear
Wall’s Twister Pear, sold mainly in Ireland, is approved as a dairy product by the KLBD.
From The KLBD: Wall’s Twister Pineapple Lolly
Wall’s Twister Pineapple and Mini Twister Pineapple Lolly was previously approved as Dairy but now are approved as Pareve.
From The KLBD: Misfits Bars
Misfits Bars are certified KLBD Pareve ONLY if they have the specified or earlier “Best Before End” date: Misfits Choc Caramel – 3rd May 2025 Misfits Chocolate Cookie Dough – 4th May 2025 Misfits Dark Choc Brownie – 9th February 2025 Misfits White Choc Cookies & Cream – 27th April 2025
From The O/U: Mavericks Cheddar Sandwich Crackers and Peanut Butter Sandwich Crackers
Mavericks Cheddar Sandwich Crackers and Peanut Butter Sandwich Crackers are not certified Kosher under O/U supervision. Some packaging bear an unauthorized O/U mark.
From The O/U: Hale & Hearty Soup
Hale & Hearty Soups are no longer Kosher certified. The O/U symbol on remaining containers are supposed to be blacked out with a marker. Consumers who see product in market with the O/U not blacked out, should please take a picture and email the picture to kosherqu@ou.org, noting the location.
From The O/U: Butterscotch Hazelnuts and Mocha Hazelnuts from Oregon Orchard
The O/U certifies Oregon Orchard Butterscotch Hazelnuts and Mocha Hazelnuts as O/UD (dairy). These products are dairy, as indicated in the ingredients and allergen statements. Some bags bear a plain O/U mark, without the “D” designation.
From The O/U: King Arthur Baking Co. Panettone Mix
The O/U does not certify King Arthur Baking Co’s Panettone Mix. The O/UD mark on this product will be removed the next printing.
From The Atlanta Kosher Commission: Stuffed Grape Leaves
Stuffed Grape Leaves (Dolmas) have recently had infestation issues. As a result, many of these products have switched from recommended Kosher certifications to non-recommended Kosher certifications. Please be sure to check products for a reliable hechsher.
From The O/U: GE Shabbos Keeper by Zman Technologies
Since their introduction, Zman Technologies’ Shabbos Keeper (endorsed by the O/U) for GE equipped ovens have been well received by Shabbos observant consumers, providing both halachic enhancements and ease -of-use convenience. Due to reports of consumer confusion surrounding the use of this device, the O/U wishes to clarify that Shabbos Keeper is designed to enable […]
From The cRc: CooCoo Baked Goods
Please be advised that the certificate of Kashrus publicized by CooCoo Baked Goods (in Brooklyn, N.Y.) claiming to have cRc certification is a forgery. CooCoo Baked Goods does NOT have any certification from the cRc.
From The O/K: La Cuvee du Patron 2003 from Benhaim Winery
Benhaim Winery Vin Hors Series La Cuvee du Patron 2003, with the label marked 02/2003, bears an unauthorized O/K. This bottling of 02/2023 as indicated on the label, was not authorized or supervised by O/K Kosher.
From the COR of Greater Detroit: Chateau de S. Martin Wines
Chateau de S. Martin Wines that bear a hologram with the certification of Rabbi M. Rottenberg are Kosher but NOT Mevushal. Some bottles incorrectly bear a sticker stating that it is Mevushal.
From The O/K: Kellogg’s Club Crackers
Kellogg’s Club Crackers bearing an O/KD are DE (dairy equipment). This should not be confused with Kellogg’s Club Crisps Baked Snacks, which contain actual dairy ingredients.
From The cRc: Member’s Mark Ranch Dressing and Dip
Please be advised that Member’s Mark Ranch Dressing and Dip is certified as dairy and has the cRc-D designation on the label. However a recent reprinting of the label mistakenly used the cRc pareve logo. As such, products with expiration dates between 3/18/2025 and 4/13/2025 incorrectly state a pareve status rather than dairy. This product […]
From The cRc: Organic Bread of Heaven
Please be aware that effective as of July 25, 2024, cRc no longer certifies any products of Organic Bread of Heaven Co., located in Gary Indiana.
From The Star-K: Appliance Alert on Miele Refrigeration Products
Effective August 1, 2024, Star-K will no longer certify Miele Sabbath Mode appliances. Star-K will not be able to offer support for any Miele appliances purchased after this date.