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Information received from the Kashrus organizations informing the community of any change in status of a kosher product or service.

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Skittles
August 20, 2025
Skittles
Brand: Skittles
Product: Skittles (various sizes and varieties)
Company: Mars Wrigley
Issue: Clarification of Skittles Kashrut Status

At this point, some Skittles are certified kosher pareve even when not bearing the OU symbol - others are not.

To determine if you have a certified product, please look at the ink-jetted codes printed on the package.

1. If the production code contains "YRV" in it, or it

2.Contains "WAC" and has a best-buy date of June 2026 or later

then those products are certified kosher by the Orthodox Union.

Eventually, the OU symbol will appear on the packaging.


Posted 8/22/2025 12:05 AM | Tell a Friend | Kosher Alerts | Comments (0)


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Unathorized OU Hyson Puff Pastry Dough Sheets
Hyson Puff Pastry Dough Sheets
Brand
Hyson
Product
Puff Pastry Dough Sheets
Company
Lea Food Inc., Elk Grove Village IL
Issue
Unauthorized OU

The Orthodox Union does not certify Hyson Puff Pastry Dough Sheets. Some packaging displays an unauthorized OU mark. Corrective actions are being implemented.


Posted 8/8/2025 4:05 PM | Tell a Friend | Kosher Alerts | Comments (0)


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Unauthorized Star-K: Zorba Brand Stuffed Vine Leaves
Zorba Brand Stuffed Vine Leaves

Industrial-sized #10 cans of Zorba brand Vine Leaves Stuffed With Rice, a product of Turkey, distributed by Gourmet Factory of Hauppauge, New York, bear an unauthorized STAR-K symbol.

Corrective action is being taken.


Posted 8/1/2025 7:08 AM | Tell a Friend | Kosher Alerts | Comments (0)


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Check for OU on the package: Crunchy Roasted Edamame Beans Wasabi Soy Sauce Super Snack
July 8, 2025
The Only Bean
Brand
The Only Bean
Product
Crunchy Roasted Edamame Beans Wasabi Soy Sauce Super Snack
Company
The Only Bean, Grand Rapids, MI
Issue
The Orthodox Union certifies several varieties of The Only Bean Crunchy Roasted Edamame Beans snacks, except for the Wasabi Soy Sauce variety that is not certified. A variety of The Only Bean snacks are sold together in a box that bears an OU mark on the outside of the box. Only the products that have an OU mark on the individual packaging are certified. The Wasabi Soybean variety is not certified and does not have an OU mark on the individual package. Corrective actions are being implemented.


Posted 7/18/2025 6:29 AM | Tell a Friend | Kosher Alerts | Comments (0)


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Missing Dairy Designation: Best Yet Creamy Ranch Dressing
July 11, 2025
Best Yet Creamy Ranch Dressing
Brand
Best Yet
Product
Creamy Ranch Dressing
Company
C & S Wholesale Grocers, Keene MN
Issue
Missing D - Dairy Designation

The Orthodox Union certifies Best Yet Creamy Ranch Dressing as an OU D - Dairy product. This product contains dairy ingredients as indicated in the ingredients and allergens statements. Some labels were printed with a plain OU mark, without the D - Dairy designation. Corrective actions are being implemented.








Posted 7/18/2025 6:28 AM | Tell a Friend | Kosher Alerts | Comments (0)


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Not Certified: Ghost Hawk Brewing Company
July 17, 2025
Ghost Hawk Brewing Company
Issue:
The Orthodox Union used to certify Ghost Hawk Brewing Company in Clifton NJ. Only the beer cans were certified. The Orthodox Union no longer certifies Ghost Hawk Brewing Company. Ghost Hawk Brewing Company also operates a retail establishment that only serves Ghost Hawk Brewing Company beers. The Orthodox Union never certified the retail establishment. Ghost Hawk Brewing Company was incorrectly listed on the Orthodox Union’s restaurant list. This has been corrected.


Posted 7/18/2025 5:41 AM | Tell a Friend | Kosher Alerts | Comments (0)


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Unauthorized OU: Sera Roasted Eggplant - Ari's Wholesale
July 14, 2025
Sera Roasted Eggplant - Ari's Wholesale
Brand: Sera
Product: Roasted Eggplants
Company: Korhan Pazarlama Ve Dis Tic A.S., Istanbul Turkey
Issue: Unauthorized OU

The Orthodox Union does not certify any Sera Roasted Eggplant products. Some labels, with the inkjet code "Aris Foods" bears an unauthorized OU sticker. Corrective actions are being implemented.





Posted 7/18/2025 5:40 AM | Tell a Friend | Kosher Alerts | Comments (0)


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Unauthorized OU - Kobe Bussan Japan
Kobe Bussan Japan
Brand: Kobe Bussan
Product: Garlic, Ginger and other Kobe Bussan products other than Grapeseed Oil
Company: Kobe Bussan Inc., Hyogo Japan
Issue: Unauthorized OU

The Orthodox Union certifies Kobe Bussan Grapeseed Oil. The Orthodox Union does not certify any other Kobe Bussan product. Some Garlic and Ginger containers and other products are labeled with an unauthorized OU mark. Corrective actions are being implemented.



Posted 7/18/2025 5:39 AM | Tell a Friend | Kosher Alerts | Comments (0)


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Missing Dairy Designation: Ghirardelli Confetti White Chocolate Chip Crisp Cookies
July 1, 2025 from the OU:

Too Good Gourmet, Ghirardelli Confetti White Chocolate Chip Crisp Cookies, Too Good Gourmet, San Lorenzo CA is Missing D - Dairy Designation:
The Orthodox Union certifies Ghirardelli Confetti White Chocolate Chip Crisp Cookies as an OU - D product. This product contains dairy, as indicated in the ingredients and allergens panel. Some labels were printed with a plain OU mark, without the D - Dairy designation. Corrective actions are being implemented.



Posted 7/11/2025 7:01 AM | Tell a Friend | Kosher Alerts | Comments (0)


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Sorbetto Gelato NOT under EarthKosher Hechsher
June 30, 2025 from Earth Kosher:

Please be advised that the company Sorbetto Gelato is not certified by EarthKosher. Any product labels bearing the Kosher symbol are unauthorized and are not under our Kosher supervision.
If the product is seen for purchase, please email a photo as well as the location where the product is being sold to: KashrusAdmin@earthkosher.com
Corrective action has been taken.


Posted 7/11/2025 7:00 AM | Tell a Friend | Kosher Alerts | Comments (0)


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Kosher Alert Supernatural Kitchen 100% Plant Based Food Colors
June 30, 2025 from Earth Kosher:

Company: Supernatural Kitchen Product: 100% Plant Based Food Colors Best By Date 1/2026 and 2/2026 This particular lot is not certified even when bearing the EarthKosher Symbol.
All other prior and future lots are certified when bearing the EarthKosher symbol.
Corrective action has been taken.



Posted 7/11/2025 6:59 AM | Tell a Friend | Kosher Alerts | Comments (0)


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Missing Dairy Designation: AriZona Whipped Pineapple Orange Fruit Juice Cocktail
July 3, 2025 from the OU:

AriZona Whipped Pineapple Orange Fruit Juice Cocktail, AriZona Beverage USA, Woodbury NY has a missing D - Dairy Designation:
The Orthodox Union certifies AriZona Whipped Orange Pineapple Fruit Juice Cocktail as an OU D - Dairy product. This product contains dairy as indicated in the ingredients and allergens statements. Some cans are labeled with a plain OU mark, without the D - Dairy designation. Corrective actions are being implemented.


Posted 7/11/2025 6:57 AM | Tell a Friend | Kosher Alerts | Comments (0)


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Ensure OU on each package - The Only Bean Crunchy Roasted Edamame Beans Wasabi Soy Sauce Super Snack
July 8, 2025 from the OU:

The Only Bean Crunchy Roasted Edamame Beans Wasabi Soy Sauce Super Snack, The Only Bean, Grand Rapids, MI:
The Orthodox Union certifies several varieties of The Only Bean Crunchy Roasted Edamame Beans snacks, except for the Wasabi Soy Sauce variety that is not certified. A variety of The Only Bean snacks are sold together in a box that bears an OU mark on the outside of the box. Only the products that have an OU mark on the individual packaging are certified. The Wasabi Soybean variety is not certified and does not have an OU mark on the individual package. Corrective actions are being implemented.


Posted 7/11/2025 6:56 AM | Tell a Friend | Kosher Alerts | Comments (0)


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Unauthorized CRC - Favorite Day Decorating Icing
Please be advised that certain varieties of Favorite Day Decorating Icing sold on Target.com display the cRc Kosher logo on the product image, but they are not currently certified by cRc Kosher. Corrective action has been taken.




Posted 7/11/2025 6:15 AM | Tell a Friend | Kosher Alerts | Comments (0)


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Unauthorized OU - Any AiVital product
July 2, 2025
AiVital Products
Brand: Aivital
Product: Any AiVital product
Company: AiVital Life, Ontarion CA
Issue: Unauthorized OU

The Orthodox Union does not certify any AiVital product, including their electrolyte powders. Some product bears an unauthorized OU mark. Corrective actions are being implemented


Posted 7/11/2025 5:24 AM | Tell a Friend | Kosher Alerts | Comments (0)


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Missing Dairy Designation: AriZona Whipped Pineapple Orange Fruit Juice Cocktail
July 3, 2025
AriZona Whipped Pineapple Orange Fruit Juice Cocktail
Brand: AriZona
Product: Whipped Pineapple Orange Fruit Juice Cocktail
Company: AriZona Beverage USA, Woodbury NY
Issue: Missing D - Dairy Designation

The Orthodox Union certifies AriZona Whipped Orange Pineapple Fruit Juice Cocktail as an OU D - Dairy product. This product contains dairy as indicated in the ingredients and allergens statements. Some cans are labeled with a plain OU mark, without the D - Dairy designation. Corrective actions are being implemented.





Posted 7/11/2025 5:23 AM | Tell a Friend | Kosher Alerts | Comments (0)


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Unauthorized OU - Niuke Foods
July 3, 2025
Kosher Alerts Niuke Foods, Aventura FL
Brand: Niuke
Product: All Products
Company: Niuke Foods, Aventura FL
Issue: Unauthorized OU

The Orthodox Union does not certify any Niuke Foods products (vegetarian mayo and other condiments). Some products are labeled with an unauthorized OU mark. Corrective actions are being implemented.



Posted 7/11/2025 5:22 AM | Tell a Friend | Kosher Alerts | Comments (0)


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Too Good Gourmet Ghirardelli Confetti White Chocolate Chip Crisp Cookies
OU KASHRUTH ALERT
July 1, 2025
Too Good Gourmet Ghirardelli Confetti White Chocolate Chip Crisp Cookies
Brand: Too Good Gourmet
Product: Ghirardelli Confetti White Chocolate Chip Crisp Cookies
Company: Too Good Gourmet, San Lorenzo CA
Issue: Missing D - Dairy Designation

The Orthodox Union certifies Ghirardelli Confetti White Chocolate Chip Crisp Cookies as an OU - D product. This product contains dairy, as indicated in the ingredients and allergens panel. Some labels were printed with a plain OU mark, without the D - Dairy designation. Corrective actions are being implemented.


Posted 7/4/2025 5:23 AM | Tell a Friend | Kosher Alerts | Comments (0)


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Spice Chain Pizza Seasoning - Missing Dairy Designation
Spice Chain Pizza Seasoning (a foodservice product)
Brand
Spice Chain
Product
Pizza Seasoning
Company
iSpice Foods LLC, Jackson AL
Issue
Missing D - Dairy Designation

The Orthodox Union certifies Spice Chain Pizza Seasoning, a foodservice product, as an OU D - Dairy product. This product contains dairy, as indicated in the ingredients statement. Some labels were labeled with a plain OU mark, without the D - Dairy designation. Corrective actions are being implemented.


Posted 6/27/2025 4:30 AM | Tell a Friend | Kosher Alerts | Comments (0)


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Burnbrae Farms Deluxe Scrambled Egg Mix - Missing Dairy Designation
June 23, 2025
Burnbrae Farms Deluxe Scrambled Egg Mix (foodservice product)
Brand: Burnbrae Farms
Product: Scrambled Egg Mix (foodservice product)
Company: Burnbrae Farms, Mississauga Ontario
Issue: Missing D - Dairy Designation

The Orthodox Union certifies Burnbrae Farms Deluxe Scrambled Egg Mix as an OU D - Dairy foodservice product. Some labels have a plain OU without the D - Dairy designation. Corrective actions are being implemented.


Posted 6/27/2025 4:29 AM | Tell a Friend | Kosher Alerts | Comments (0)

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