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: 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.  

Seattle Vaad: Island Crust Cafe Reopening

Island Crust Cafe Reopening: Thank you for your patience as we resolve the situation at Island Crust Café. Here is where we are: I can report, having been at Island Crust Café over the past two days, that a rigorous kashering of the entire facility has gone well. It is no small task, and we […]

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.