From The Kof-K: The Original Crumbs Bakeshop Inc.
Please be advised that Gourmet Cupcakes manufactured for the Original Crumbs Bakeshop Inc. bears an unauthorized Kof-K symbol.
From The Va’ad Harabanim of Greater Seattle: Island Crust Cafe
Unfortunately, effective February 1, 2023, Island Crust Cafe in Seattle will be closed until further notice.
From The Star-K: Wolf Cooktops
It has come to the Star-K’s attention that there is a potential halachic issue with some Wolf cooktops that have the auto-ignite feature. When a burner is on, opening or closing a drawer or cabinet door near the cooktop might extinguish the burner flame, which will automatically reignite. The manufacturer has informed the Star-K that […]
From The cRc: ADH Health
Please be advised that ADH Health claims that their products are certified Kosher by cRc Kosher. In fact, cRc Kosher ceased certification for this company at the end of 2017.
From The Star-K: Garden of Life
The following products, sold by Garden of Life of Palm Beach Gardens, Fla, with the specified lot numbers and expiration dates, bear an unauthorized Star-K symbol and contain a non-Kosher ingredient… Garden of Life: MyKind Organics Women’s Multi 40+ Tablets: Lot # 50316484 Exp. Date 10/16/25 and Lot # 50319616 Exp. Date 10/23/25 Garden of […]
From The AKC: “Vegan” labeling
In general, one cannot assume that products labeled as “vegan” or “non-dairy” are truly dairy-free of DE (dairy equipment) by Kosher standards. These products may contain actual dairy (typically found in flavorings) that would exceed the Kosher limits of DE. One example of this is that of Bruster’s Ice Cream. Although Bruster’s Ice Cream flavors […]
From The Star-K: Bobo Nuts
Bobo Nuts brand Sour Cream Onion Cashews, produced by Afro Turco Foods in turkey, and sold in Turkey, bear an unauthorized Star-K symbol and are NOT Kosher certified. The product contains dairy.
La Brea Bagel: Mislabeled Cream Cheese
From the Star-K: Certification Revoked – Plantation Candies
From The O/K: Wegman’s Salt n Pepper Pistachios
A limited quantity of Wegman’s Salt n Pepper Pistachios has mistakenly been sold with the O/KP symbol. The product is Kosher pareve certified but not for Passover.
From The Star-K: Plantation Candies
Plantation Candies of Telford, Pa., under the certification of Star-K and previously under Rabbi Kaplinsky, has had its certification revoked effective immediately due to Kashrus violations. All products manufactured by Plantation Candies, even when bearing either a Star-K or Kaplinsky Kosher symbol should be considered NOT KOSHER.
From The Kof-K: Ezekiel 4:9 Cinnamon Raisin Cereal
A limited amount of Food for Life Ezekiel 4:9 Cinnamon Raisin Cereal has been found to be Kosher compromised. Due to this concern, Kof-K has temporarily removed certification even frompackaging bearing the Kof-K symbol while a thorough investigation is being conducted.
From The O/U: Viscofan
Due to supply chain issues, Viscofan products, made in the U.S., are NOT currently certified for Passover, as they may contain Kitniyos. This is not a retail/consumer item.
From The Kof-K: Jim Beam
Due to a processing change, Jim Beam Sauces are no longer certified Kosher. Products produced prior to January 6, 2023, when bearing the Kof-K are approved.
From The COR of Greater Detroit: Aldi and Trader Joe’s products
Aldi and Trader Joe’s frequently change suppliers for their store brands (private label) products. The Kashrus status of these products, therefore, can change from week to week. And in addition, there can sometimes be a confusing mixture on the shelves on these stores of identical products, some with acceptable Kashrus certification and some without. Or […]
From The O/U: Pamela’s Cookies
The O/U certifies Pamela’s Whenever Bars: Raisin Walnut & Spice, Cranberry Almond and Blueberry Almond as O/U D (dairy) products. They are made on dairy equipment. A small amount was distributed with a plain O/U mark, without the “D” designation.
From The Kof-K: Fruidles Dreidel Co.
Some products from Fruidles, the Dreidel Co. show an unauthorized Kof-K on the package. The Kof-K does NOT supply Kosher certification to this company.
From The O/U: Pura Vida Vegetable Melange
The O/U does NOT certify Pura Vida Vegetable Melange. Some bags bear an unauthorized O/U symbol.
From The O/U: Stone House Bread
Unauthorized O/U Multiple varieties of Stone House Bread mistakenly bear an O/U symbol. The products are NOT certified as Kosher by the O/U.
From The O/U: Lucky Charms
The O/U does NOT certify Lucky Charms Complete Marshmallow Pancake Mix. Some boxes produced for Mexico bear an unauthorized O/Ud (dairy) mark.
From The COR of Greater Detroit: Bell Peppers From Israel
Bell Peppers (red, yellow and orange) from Israel are now being sold in many local stores, including Kroger and Trader Joe’s and at this time are forbidden to be eaten due to the Shemitta restriction of “sefichin”. (they do not have kedushas shevi’is and may be disposed of). Be careful to check the fine print […]
From The O/U: Frangelico
The O/U no longer certifies Frangelico Liqueur. Bottles without the O/U symbol are NOT certified.
From The O/K: World’s Fair Caramel Topping
Please be advised that a limited amount of World’s Fair Caramel Topping was mislabeled with a plain “OK” symbol instead of the required O/KD (dairy). This product is certified Kosher dairy as per the ingredient panel.
From The O/U: Stone House Bread
Multiple varieties of Stone House Bread mistakenly bear an O/U symbol. The products are NOT certified Kosher by the O/U.
From The Vaad Harabanim of Greater Seattle: Island Crust Cafe in Seattle
Due to a Kashrus violation, Island Crust Cafe on Mercer Island (Seattle) is closed immediately until further notice. If you have purchased anything today, the Vaad of Seattle warns that it may not be kosher and they advise against eating it.
From The Star-K: Shin gold Yaki Sushi Nori Roasted Seaweed from BNT Int’l Trading Co.
Shin Gold Yaki Sushi Nori Roasted Seaweed, distributed by BNT Int’l Trading Inc., bears an unauthorized Star-K. The following brands are the only ones legitimately certified by the Star-K (when the Star-K symbol appears)… Foodex Ozawa Canada Sushi Metzuyan Sweet City Takaokaya
From The Heart K: Golchin Pomegranate Molasses
Golchin Pomegranate Molasses bears an unauthorized Heart-K symbol.
From The O/U: Ritz Crackers
The O/U confirms that all Ritz Crackers (O/UD) contain real dairy and should not be eaten after or with meat. This is true even though there may be no obvious dairy ingredients listed on the packaging. Careful attention to ingredient labeling is also important for individuals managing chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, especially if […]
From The O/U: Birch Benders Muffin Mix
The O/U certifies Birch Benders Muffin Mix as an O/UD – Dairy- product. This product contains dairy ingredients, as indicated by the ingredients and allergens statements. Some boxes were printed with a plain O/U mark, without the “D” (dairy) designation.
From The O/U: Pura Vida Vegetable Melange
The O/U does NOT certify Pura Vida-Vegetable Melange (sold at Costco). Some bags bear an unauthorized O/U symbol.