From The Kosher Information Bureau: Pesach News – Vaping
According to Rav Sterhbach, vaping is considered in the category of food (eating) and therefore, because of non-Kosher flavoring, vaping all year round is problematic from a Kashrus standpoint, and also may contain elements which may also be Chometz – an issur on Pesach. That is why he feels that this product needs proper Hashgacha […]
From The Kof-K: Pesach News – Joyva
The Kof-K does NOT certify Joyva products as Kosher for Pesach.
From The Star-K: Pre – Packaged Salad for Pesach
The Star-K pre-packaged bags of salad require the Star-KP symbol for Pesach use.
From The O/U: Pesach News – Kirkland Signature Frozen Atlantic & Wild Salmon
Kirkland Signature FRozen Atlantic & Wild Salmon is under the O/U and Kosher for Pesach. This product should first be rinsed with water before using for Pesach.
From The Star-S P: Non-Kitniyos Products for Pesach (Kosher L’Pesach for both Sephardim and Ashkenazim)
The following are some of the products certified by the Star-S (Pesach foods for Sephardim) that are Kosher L’Pesach for both Sephardim and Ashkenazim… All Chalak Beit Yosef L’Sephardim when bearing the Star-SBeit Yosef label (Bierig Brothers (boxed veal), Glatt Ranch (boxed beef), M&D Glatt (boxed lamb and veal) and Regal Foods (boxed beef) De […]
From The Kosher Information Bureau: Pesach News – Bottled Water
Unflavored, Purified Water generally does not require certification for Pesach. However, when containing a Citric Acid, such as Kirkland brand, which lists “calcium citrate” in its ingredients, the water should NOT be used without reliable Pesach certification. Unflavored water, with other minerals added, do NOT require certification for Pesach.
Pesach Products Shiur 2020
Rabbi Eidlitz’s Annual Pesach Shiur goes virtual this year.
From The KIB: Hand Sanitizers and Hand Soaps on Shabbos
According to Rabbi Heineman of the Star-K in Baltimore, one can use Hand Sanitizer as well as Liquid Foam (pump) Soap on Shabbos and Yom Tov.
From the Star-K: Pesach Alert – Hand Sanitizers
Due to the current Coronavirus concerns, this year, the Star-K allows any Hand Sanitizer may be used. It should be purchased before Pesach.
From the KIB: Pesach Alert – Oat Milk
Oat Milk is now commonly available and should NOT be confused with Soy Milk, as Oat milk is Chometz. Check in the current Kashrus Conscience for Pesach to see which Soy Milks are not contaminated from Oat Milk machinery.
From The Star-K: Newly Certified for Pesach – Exodus
Exodus brand Hopped Cider and Beef Jerky are now under Star-K supervision for Pesach.
From The Badatz Milan: Newly Certified for Pesach – Tuscanini Sparkling Water
Tuscanini brand Sparkling Grapefruit, Lemon and Orange Water is now certified Kosher for Pesach under Badatz Milan supervision.
From The O/K: Newly Certified for Pesach – Heaven & Earth
Heave & Earth brand Croutons Medley Mix Veggie Toppers and Beet Sticks Veggie Toppers are now certified Kosher under O/KP (kosher for Pesach) supervision.
From The O/U: Newly Certified for Pesach – The Cheese Guy
The Cheese Guy brand Harvati with Dill, Smoked Provolone (semi hard cheese) and Danish Blue Cheese are now under O/UP (kosher for Pesach) supervision.
From The O/U: Newly Certified for Pesach – Noway’s
Noway’s brand No Way It’s Gluten Free Rolls are now certified Kosher (for Pesach) under O/UP supervision.
From The O/U: Newly Certified for Pesach – Kosher Paws
Kosher Paws brand Turkey and Chicken Dog and Cat food is now certified Kosher (for Pesach) under O/UP supervision. This product is also Kitniyos free as well as non-Gebrokts.
From The O/K: La Choy products
A limited amount of La Choy Bean Sprouts, La Choy Chop Suey Vegetables and La Choy Fancy Mixed Vegetables in one specific size: 14 oz. cans, were mislabeled with the O/K symbol. These products are NOT kosher – lots affected begin with 21019. All other sizes, when bearing the O/K symbol, are Kosher certified.
From The O/K: Blazing Bagels in Redmond, Wa.
Blazing Bagels, with the following locations in Washington State: Sodo – 911 1st Ave. S. Seattle, Wa. Blakely – 2510 NE Blakeley St. Seattle, Wa. Bellevue – 10812 Main St. Bellevue, Wa. Redmond – 6975 176th Ave. NE Redmond, Wa. are displaying an unauthorized O/K symbol on their menus. These establishments and their products are […]
From The O/U: Oreo Cookies that do not contain actual dairy
At the present time, the following Oreo Sandwich Cookies do NOT contain dairy ingredients, although they are manufacture on dairy equipment… Original Oreo Sandwich Cookies Oreo Double Stuf Sandwich Cookies Triple Double Oreo Sandwich Cookies Oreo Original Mega Stuf Sandwich Cookie Mimi Original Oreo Sandwich Cookies Dark Chocolate Oreo Sandwich Cookies Chocolate Oreo Sandwich Cookies […]
From The Scroll K of Denver: Ferrara Candy
Ferrara Candy Co. products made in Mexico, except for Atomic Fireballs and Jaw Breakers, are NOT certified b y UMK. Some products bear an unauthorized UMK symbol and are produced in a non-Kosher facility. They include: Lemonhead Lemon Candy (40.5 oz. containers, 150 pieces, at Kroger and other stores) and Chewy Lemonhead Fruit Mix Candies […]
From The COR (Detroit): Shoham Pomegranates
Shoham brand Pomegranates are produce from Israel and require taking of Terumos and Maaseros. The hoham pomegranates sold at One Stop Kosher Food Market beginning March 2 have had Terumos and Maaseros taken. Shoham pomegranates are also being sold at other stores in Detroit, including Holiday Market, Market Fresh and others and require taking of […]
From The BC (Kosher Check): No Sugar, Vegan Pure and Vegan Way
Please be advised that products sold by the No Sugar Co. and Vegan Way Nutrition under the brands No Sugar, Vegan Pure and Vegan Way are NOT certified Kosher by the Orthodox Rabbinical Council of BC (Kosher Check)
From The O/U: Foodhold Brussels Sprouts
The O/U does NOT certify Foodhold Frozen Cut Brussels Sprouts. Some bags bear an unauthorized O/U symbol. This product is sold in several supermarkets, including Giant and Stop & Shop.
From The cRc: Rice Infestation
The cRc advises that brown rice has recently been found to have infestation issues, mainly on the East Coast. The cRc’s checking has found that brown rice in the Midwest is free of problems. However, Carolina brand brown rice has been found to have infestation issues even in the Midwest. Consumers are advised not to […]
From The Star-K: Jonathan Lord Bakery
Please be advised that Jonathan Lord Bakery in Bohemia, N.Y. is no longer certified by the Star-D certification.
From The O/U: Real Tastes Good Collagen Dark Chocolate Cherry & Caramel Nut
Real Tastes Good Collagen Dark Chocolate Cherry & Caramel Nut bears a mistaken O/U symbol. This product is no longer available in the marketplace with an O/U symbol.
From the O/U: Reis & Ivy’s Frozen Yogurt Kiosks
The O/U does NOT certify Reis & Ivy’s Frozen Yogurt kiosks. These kiosks are automated dispensers that serve frozen yogurt and toppings. The kiosks feature an unauthorized O/U symbol.
From The O/U: Namikura Miso
The O/U does NOT certify any variety of Namikura Miso. Some bags bear an unauthorized symbol. If you see this product in the marketplace, please provide details to kosherqu@ou.org
From The O/U: Kroger Sweet & Mesquite BBQ Chips
The O/U certifies Kroger Sweet & Mesquite BBQ chips as an O/U pareve product. Some sweet & Mesquite BBQ 17 oz. bags were mistakenly used for Cheddar & Sour Cream Chips, an O/UD dairy product.
From The O/U: Greeno Frozen Artichokes
The O/U does not certify Greeno Frozen Artichokes. Some Greeno Frozen artichokes bear an unauthorized O/U symbol.