From The cRc: Blueberries
The cRc states that there has been a significant increase in insect infestation of blueberries. Based on that information, they recommend that the following procedure be followed to all fresh blueberries until October 31, 2012… 1.) Prepare a quart-sized bowl of soapy water per pint of blueberries 2.) Soak and agitate the blueberries in the […]
From The Atlanta Kosher Commission: Voss Water+ Collagen
The O/U certifies a variety of Voss water products. However, the O/U does NOT certify Voss Water+ Collagen. Some bottles of Voss Water + Collagen bear an unauthorized O/U symbol.
From The Kof-K: Tammy’s Kitchen Chicken Cacciatore
Tammy’s Kitchen Chicken Cacciatore contains non-kosher white wine and was mistakenly labeled with a Kof-K. this product is NOT Kosher!
From The RCC: Hatikvah Grill in Sherman Oaks, Ca
Hatikvah Grill in Sherman Oaks, Ca. is under new ownership and is no longer certified by the RCC.
From The RCC: Napoli Pizza in Valley Village, CA
Napoli Pizza in Valley Village, Ca, which was under the hashgacha of the RCC, has been sold and hence forth will operate as a non-Kosher entity.
From The O/K: Cosmo’s
Cosmo’s Hot Stuffed Cherry Peppers with Prosciutto & Provolone mistakenly bear an O/K symbol. This product is NOT Kosher.
From The KSA: Hebrew Beer (Shmaltz Brewing)
KSA – Kosher Supervision of America advises us that Hebrew Beer (Shmaltz Brewing Co.) is no longer Kosher certified. This is not due to any Kashrus violations.
From The COR: Trader Joe’s Restaurant Style White Corn Tortilla Chips
Trader Joe’s Restaurant Style White Corn Tortilla Chips in a 9 oz. bag – O/U Pareve, mistakenly contains Kosher dairy cheese puffs in some bags with Sell by dates of 08/10/21 and 08/11/21. These bags have been recalled.
From the COR of Detroit: Pepsi Mango and Mango Zero Sugar
New Pepsi Mango and Pepsi Mango Zero Sugar are Kosher and do not require a Kosher symbol.
From The COR of Detroit: Coca cola with Coffee
Coca Cola in Dark Blend, Vanilla and Caramel flavors and Coca Cola with Coffee Zero Sugar in Dark Blend and Vanilla flavors and O/U certified and bear the O/U symbol engraved into the top lid of the can.
From The KIB: Rito Food
Rito Foods manufactures a Cocoa Spread with Hazelnuts. This product has the reliable kosher supervision of Balkan Kosher. There was an error on the packaging, as the hashgacha logo did not include “d” for dairy. This product is indeed dairy, as one of the ingredients is whole milk powder.
From The O/U: SweetKiwi Frozen Yogurts
The O/U does NOT certify any SweetKiwi products. Some SweetKiwi Frozen Yogurt and Greek Yogurt products bear an unauthorized O/U marking. These products are sold in the Maryland, DC and Virginia areas.
From The O/U: Wilton Sweet Center Caramel Filling
The O/U certifies Wiltion Sweet Center Caramel Filling as an O/UD (dairy) product. Some labels bear a plain O/U, without the “d” designation.
From The O/U: Hodgson Mill Whole Wheat Insta Bake Baking Mix
The O/U certified Hodgson Mill Whole Wheat Insta Bake Baking Mix as an O/Ud (dairy) product. This product contains dairy ingredients as indicated in the ingredients and allergens statements. There are some containers that are missing the “d” designation. Corrective actions have been taken.
From The cRc: Tums
Please be aware that some of the new Tums Naturals contain carmine (a non-kosher red pigment from crushed cochineal insects) and is, therefore, not kosher. The kosher consumer should be careful to check each Tums container to see if there is a kosher symbol on the label.
From The cRc: Naturally and Artificially Flavored Caramel Cappuccino Drink Mix by LIDL
Naturally and Artificially Flavored Caramel Cappuccino Drink Mix by LIDL bears an unauthorized cRc logo. Its kosher status is unknown by the cRc and as it contains dairy and other ingredients which are kosher-sensitive, the kosher consumer should not assume it is kosher.
From The O/K: Z-Beltz, Fizz Bottles
Various THC-containing candy products are being distributed bearing an unauthorized O/K symbol. These products are NOT certified by O/K Kosher certification. The O/K currently does not certify any recreational THC products.
From The Star-K: Newly Certified – Vertical Field Vegetables
Vertical Field, which harvests bug-free vegetables in Israel, is now certified Kosher under Star-K supervision.
From The Star-K: Newly Certified – Medical Management Services
Medical Management Services, which manufacture a variety of vitamins and nutritional supplements, is now certified Kosher under Star-K supervision.
From The Star-K: Newly Certified – Letovim Meat
Letovim Meat DBA Holy Wagyu Meats is now certified Kosher under Star-K supervision.
From the Star-K: Newly Certified – Kosher CBD
Kosher CBD, a company that carries many CBD products, is now certified Kosher under Star-K supervision.
From The Star-K: Newly Certified – Ithaca College Kosher Korner
The Kosher Korner concession stand/kiosk in Ithaca College is now certified Kosher under Star-K supervision.
From The Star-K: Newly Certified – Deko Cocktail
Deko Cocktail Alcoholic Beverages are now certified Kosher under Star-K supervision.
From the Star-K: Newly Certified – Crunchsters Snacks
Crunchsters Snacks are now certified Kosher under Star-K supervision.
From The O/K: Mucca Restaurant in Los Angeles
Effective immediately, due to kashrus violations, O/K Kosher has terminated their kosher certification of Mucca Restaurant in Los Angeles (Pico Blvd.).
Chug Chasam Sofer: Unauthorized label on Maxom cookies
Company: Maxom Cookies Products: Cookies Maxom cookies, product of Russia, were labeled with an unauthorized Badatz “Chug Chasam Sofer” Bnai Brak, Israel certification. This product is NOT KOSHER.
From the OK: Lightlife Foods – Some products no longer certified.
Due to changes in production, the following Lightlife Foods products are no longer kosher: Lightlife Foods Smart Tenders Savory Chick’n Lightlife Foods Smart Menu Veggie Meatballs New packaging does not bear the OK symbol. Any remaining products bearing the OK symbol are certified.
From the New Square Kosher Council: Freeda Vitamins – not certified for Pesach
We were asked to post the quote below from the New Square Kosher Council – Rabbi Eidlitz said that many of the vitamins contain Kitniyos. “Please note that New Square Kosher Council does NOT certify any of Freeda Vitamins for Passover. Rabbi C. M. Wagshal Rabbinic Administrator New Square Kosher Council”
From the Star-K: Star-K certified Extra Virgin Olive Oil brands that are NOT Kosher for Passover
The following Star-K certified brands of Extra Virgin Olive Oil are NOT certified for Pesach. They are only certified during the rest of the year. Boundary Bend Olives Cobram Estate Kirkland Signature – when label states Extra Virgin Olive Oil (Kirkland Signature brand 100% Spanish EVOO with a Star-K is produced in a different factory […]
From the OK: Unauthorized OK on PICS Yogurt in Price Chopper
Various yogurt products sold under the PICS brand in Price Chopper Supermarkets bear an unauthorized OK kosher symbol on the foil lids. These products are not certified by OK Kosher Certification. Corrective actions are being taken.