Be careful when shopping online!
Many people are turning to food deliveries during these times. One needs to be careful to check the labels of food they order to make sure they received actual kosher food. Sometimes the website puts wrong information as in the picture below, and sometimes the item that is delivered is not certified.
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 O/U: Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cereal
The sleeve on the 2 pack of Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cereal only bears a plain O/U symbol. Each individual box, correctly bears an O/UD (dairy) designation. The product, at this time, does NOT contain actual dairy, but is processed on dairy equipment.
Newly Certified: Star-K – Key
Key Food Stores co-Operative Pickles, Kosher Dills are now certified Kosher under Star-K supervision.
From The Council of Rabbis of Detroit: King Arthur and Robin Hood All Purpose Flour
Specific lots o King Arthur Unbleached All Purpose Flour (5 lbs. & 25 lbs.) and Robin Hood All Purpose Flour (5 lb.) have been recalled due to possible E. coli contamination. Details are available at (866) 797-9178 (or kingarthurflour.com) and at (888) 569-6728 (robinhood.ca/en/contact-us).
Pas Yisroel List תש״פ – 5780
The Tur (Orach Chaim, Siman 603), based upon the Talmud Yerushalmi, cites the custom for Jews to be stringent during the Aseres Yimei Teshuva to eat exclusively ‘Pas Yisroel’ bread. Even those Jews who generally do not exclusively eat ‘Pas Yisroel’ are encouraged to accept this practice during the period between Rosh Ha-Shanah and Yom Kippur. We therefore present […]
OU – Pas Yisroel List 5780
The Tur (Orach Chaim, Siman 603), based upon the Talmud Yerushalmi, cites the custom for Jews to be stringent during the Aseres Yimei Teshuva to eat exclusively ‘Pas Yisroel’ bread. Even those Jews who generally do not exclusively eat ‘Pas Yisroel’ are encouraged to accept this practice during the period between Rosh Ha-Shanah and Yom Kippur. We therefore […]
Unauthorized OU: California Classic Italian Dressing
OU Kosher Alert Brand: California Classic Product: Family Style Italian Dressing & Marinade Issue: Unauthorized OU. The Orthodox Union does not certify California Classic Italian Style Dressing & Marinade. Some bottles were labeled with an unauthorized OU symbol. Corrective actions are being implemented. The product contains non-kosher cheese and is being recalled. Rabbi Reuven […]
From The O/U for Pesach: Manischwitz Concord Wine at BC Liquor Stores
Please be aware that the Manischewitz Concord Wine available at local BC Liquor stores is not certified Kosher for Passover. Manischewitz makes wine special for Pesach with an O/U-P n the label and their year-round label states “not for Passover use” as it contains Kitniyot.
From The O/U For Pesach: Vodka Kosher for Pesach
There are a few choices of Kosher L’Pesach Vodka this year. They are: David’s Harp, Royal Elite, Lvov (imported from Poland) and Pravda (imported from Poland), with an O/UP on the bottle.
From The O/U For Pesach: Pereg Quinoa Flour
This year, Pereg will be selling Quinoa Flour under O/U supervision for Pesach.
From the O/K: My Brother Bobby’s Salsa
Effective immediately, My Brother Bobby’s Salsa is no longer certified by O/K Kosher Certification.
Takaokaya Sushi Nori – Must have a Star-K
Some packages of Takaokaya Nori have a sticker over the Star-K symbol. They are not certified by the Star-K. Only packages with the Star-K symbol showing (without a sticker on it) are certified. Please check each package before purchasing.
From The OK: Goji Berry Infestation
1 Adar 5779 – February 6, 2019 As per recent investigation, the OK has been finding high levels of insect infestation in dried goji berries. Until further notice, dried goji berries are not recommended, even when bearing the OK kosher symbol, unless in powder form. If they are intended for consumption in another form, a […]
From The Star-K: Newly Certified – Old Lyme Gourmet Co. DBA Deep River Snacks
The following products, manufactured by Old Lyme Gourmet Co. DBA Deep River Snacks are certified Kosher under Star-K supervision (when bearing the Star-K symbol). These products are pareve… Fire Roasted Garlic & Onion Kettle Chips Mango Habanero Kettle Chips Rosemary & Garlic Kettle Chips Sea Salt & Apple Cider Vinegar Kettle Chips
From The OU: Shawarma Guys Restaurant in London Ontario
The O/U does NOT certify Shawarma Guys Restaurant in London Ontario. The O/U symbol n the store is unauthorized.
Correction!
In the latest Kashrus Conscience, we inadvertently included Kosher LA in some issues of our printed list  of recommended kosher symbols. In general the Kosher Information Bureau does not recommend KOLA certification. You will find enclosed the correct list of our recommended symbols. We apologize for any confusion this may have caused. Please note that […]
From The O/K: Stuckey’s Pecan Log Roll
Stuckey’s Pecan Log Roll products bear an unauthorized O/K Kosher symbol. O/K Kosher certification does NOT certify any Stuckey’s products.
Updated Kosher Symbols
Below is the link to the updated list of recommended common kosher symbols. Please use this list rather than the list printed in our recently published Kashrus Conscience Magazine. The online version of the magazine will be updated shortly. Printable Kosher Symbols ListÂ
From the O/U: +More Azgranata Grape Juice
The O/U does NOT certify Azgranata Grape Juice. Some containers of this product bear an unauthorized O/U symbol. This product is sold in Europe.
From The Atlanta Kosher Commission: Fiber One and Nature Valley
The following products from Fiber One and Nature Valley are no longer certified Kosher… Chocolate Fudge Brownie, Mint Fudge Brownie, Lemon Brownie, Chocolate Chip Brownie, Cinnamon Coffee Cake Brownie, Orange Cranberry Cake Brownie, Birthday Cake, Brownie, Pumpkin Brownie, Strawberries & Cream Brownie, Peanut Butter Soft-Baked Oatmeal Squares, Banana Dark Chocolate Soft-Baked Oatmeal Squares, Blueberry Soft-Baked […]
Kashrus Conscience – 2018 West Coast Shopping and Dining
Quick Kashrus Insights #4 – Pas Yisroel during the Aseres Yemei Teshuva
From The O/U: Laura Lynn Instant Grits Cheese Flavor
The O/U does NOT certify Laura Lynn Instant Grits Cheese Flavor. Some boxes of this product bear an unauthorized O’/UD (dairy) symbol.
From the Scroll K of Detroit: East Side Kosher Deli
The following items, produced by the Sushi counter at the East Side Kosher Deli (Denver) contain Nori Seaweed Sheets which may contain pieces of crustacean: California Roll Spicy Kani Roll Spider Roll Caterpillar Roll Garden Roll Avocado Roll Happy Roll Spicy Tuna Roll Shaggy Dog Roll Rainbow Roll Bagel Roll Salmon Church Roll Lion Roll […]
From The O/U: Brooklyn Brine Barrel-Cured Garlic Dill Pickle
Brooklyn Brine’s Brine Barrel-Cured Garlic Dill Pickle contains a non-kosher ingredient and bears an unauthorized O/U symbol. The O/U no longer certifies this product.
From the O/U: PuraGenX Capsules
The O/U does NOT certify any PuraGenX products. Some PuraGenX products are sold on internet marketplaces and images of some of their products have an unauthorized O/U symbol. Consumers should check with the O/U before relying on internet vendors claiming O/U Kosher certification.
From The O/U: Cappiello Mozzarella Cheese
The O/U certifies Cappiello Fresh Mozzarella Cheese. The certified cheese bears the “O/UD” (dairy) symbol and states that it is from Schenectady plant number #36-3893 on the front of the label. For about 2 months, Cappiello will make a non-certified Fresh Mozzarella Cheese at another facility. The non-Certified cheese does NOT include Schenectady, #36-3893 and the […]
From The O/K: Baldor Carrots
Until recently the O/K certified organic and non-organic carrots manufactured by Baldor Specialty Foods. Please note that since Baldor is now receiving carrots from Israel, the O/K will not be certifying Baldor’s carrots for the foreseeable future.
From the COR of Detroit: Our Family Whole and Sliced Potatoes
Our Family brand Whole and Sliced Potatoes, in 15 oz. cans with an off-white color label no longer bear an O/U and should not be used. Some were mistakenly sold at One Stop Kosher Market. Older cans with blue-greed labels that bear an O/U are acceptable.