Kosher Alerts
Stay informed about kosher product recalls, status changes, and important updates from kashrus agencies. Community members can submit alerts for review.
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Mislablled with OK - 32 oz Snapple Fruit Punch - is NOT certified
Status Change29 Adar 5782 – April 1, 2022
Brand: Snapple
Product: 32 oz Snapple Fruit Punch
Company: Snapple Beverage Corp
Frisco, TX
Issue: Mislabel
Limited edition of the 32oz Snapple Fruit Punch, which is not certified, was labeled with the OK symbol in error and distributed in the NY area.
The product is not certified.
Action: Corrective actions are being taken.
Posted: 4/1/2022
Unauthorized Star-K - Dhruv Mills Nacho Cheese Seasoning
Status ChangeDhruv Mills Nacho Cheese Seasoning bears an unauthorized STAR-K symbol and is not certified kosher. Corrective action is being taken.
Posted: 3/25/2022
Unauthorized OU - Dara Foods
Status Change21 Adar 5782 – March 24, 2022
Brand: Nimet, Faruk Gullu
Company: Dara Food LLC
Fairfield, NJ 07004
Issue: Unauthorized Use of OK Kosher Symbol
Various products sold by Dara Foods under brands Nimet/Faruk Gullu bear an unauthorized OK symbol.
This company is NOT certified by OK Kosher Certification.
Action: Corrective actions are being taken.
Posted: 3/25/2022
Missing DE Symbol - Arnold Whole Grains Healthy Multigrain Bread
UpdateArnold Whole Grains Healthy Multigrain Bread
Brand: Arnold
Product: Whole Grains Healthy Multigrain Bread
Company: Bimbo Bakeries, Horsham PA
Issue: Missing OU-DE Symbol
The Orthodox Union certified Arnold Whole Grains Healthy Multigrain Bread as an OU-DE product. Some bags are missing the OU-DE mark. The bread, however, is certified by the Orthodox Union as an OU-DE product. Corrective actions are being implemented.
Posted: 3/18/2022
Theo's Feta Cheese - Unauthorized OU
WarningTheo’s Feta Cheese
Brand: Theo’s
Company: JVM Sales, Linden NJ
Issue: Unauthorized OU
The Orthodox Union does not certify Theo’s Feta Cheese. Some labels bear an unauthorized OU mark. If you see this product in the marketplace, please send details to kosherq@ou.org. Corrective actions are being implemented.
Posted: 3/10/2022
Unauthorized OU - Nezka Products
WarningNezka Products
Brand: Nezka
Company: Nezka, Miami FL
Issue: Unauthorized OU
The Orthodox Union does not certify Nezka products. Some Nezka labels bear an unauthorized OU mark. Corrective actions are being implemented.
Posted: 3/10/2022
Wellsley Farms Waffles - Missing Dairy Designation
UpdateWellsley Farms Waffles
Brand: Wellsley Farms
Product: Blueberry Waffles; Chocolate Waffles
Company: BJ’s Wholesale, Westborough MA
Issue: Missing D - Dairy Designation
The Orthodox Union certifies Wellsley Farms Blueberry Waffles and Chocolate Waffles as OU D - Dairy products. Some labels were printed with a plain OU mark, without the D - Dairy designation. Corrective actions are being implemented.
Posted: 3/10/2022
COR Kashrus Alert - Redpath Icing Sugar
WarningRedpath Icing Sugar MISLABELED as Kosher for Passover. This product is NOT Kosher for Passover even when bearing a COR-P symbol as it contains corn starch as noted in the ingredient panel. Corrective action is being taken.
Posted: 3/10/2022
Keebler/Funables On-the Go Variety Pack - gummies are NOT kosher
Warning7 Adar 5782 – March 10, 2022
Brand: Keebler/Funables
Product: On-the Go Variety Pack
Company: Ferrara Candy Company
Chicago, IL 60607
Issue: Inadvertent Use of OK Symbol
A limited number of Keebler/Funables On-the Go Variety Packs were labeled with the OK-D symbol by mistake.
While the Keebler product is kosher, the Funables gummies are not kosher.
Action: Corrective actions are being taken.
Posted: 3/10/2022
Yama Moto Nori Seaweed - Must CHECK
UpdateProduct: Yama Moto Yama Original Roasted Sushi Nori Seaweed 30 Sheets
Brand: Yama Moto Yama
Issue: Additional inspection for tola’im REQUIRED for the following "Best Before" codes (located on the back of the bag):
Best Before Codes:
07 02 2023 A
21 01 2023 A
25 01 2023 A
For further information call: KOF-K Kosher Supervision
201-837-0500
Posted: 2/25/2022
Laffy Taffy Laff Bites NOT OU Certified
UpdateFrom The O/U: Laffy Taffy Laff Bites
Although most Laffy Taffy candies are O/U certified, Laffy Taffy Laff Bites contain gelatin and are NOT O/U certified. They do NOT bear an O/U symbol. A Candy Favorites website that lists both as Kosher is incorrect.
Posted: 2/4/2022
Unauthorized MK - Nestea Lemon Iced Tea Tetra Pak
Status ChangeJanuary 11, 2022 - 9 Shevat, 5782
Product: Nestea Lemon Iced Tea
Brand: Nestea
Company: The Minute Maid Company
Issue: Nestea Lemon Iced Tea Tetra Pak bears an MK on the outer plastic wrap of the tetra paks. These products are NOT certified by the MK.
(Moderator note: these were found at Costco this week).
Posted: 1/14/2022
Unauthorized OK - Villa Cape Wines
Warning2 Shevat 5782 – January 4, 2022
Product: Villa Cape Wines
Issue: Villa Cape 2018 vintage wines, which have the importer’s name on the label listed as Israco International Food Brands Marketing Ltd. bear an unauthorized OK symbol.
Villa Cape 2021 vintage wines bear an unauthorized OK symbol – OK Kosher did not certify any productions in 2021.
Action: Corrective actions are being taken.
Posted: 1/7/2022
Unauthorized OK: Further Food
Status Change4 Teves 5782 – December 8, 2021
Brand: Further Food
Company: Further Inc.
San Francisco, CA 94111
Issue: Unauthorized Use of OK Kosher Symbol
Various Further Food collagen products bear an unauthorized OK Kosher symbol.
This company and their products are not certified by OK Kosher Certification.
Action: Corrective actions are being taken.
Posted: 12/10/2021
Unauthorized Star-K: Kolikof Bowfin Caviar
Status ChangeKalikof Bowfin Caviar bears an unauthorized STAR-K symbol and is not certified by STAR-K. Corrective action is being taken.
Posted: 12/10/2021
Country Crock - ensure OU on product
UpdateCountry Crock
Brand
Country Crock
Product
County Crock Products
Company
Upfield, Hackensack NJ
Issue
The Orthodox Union certifies many, but not all Country Crock products. Country Crock products with the OU symbol are certified, and the products without the OU symbol are not. Consumer should look for the OU symbol.
Posted: 12/3/2021
Unauthorized OU - Sperry's Restaurant Seasonings
WarningSperry’s Restaurant Seasonings
Brand: Sperry’s
Product: Seasonings (all)
Company: Sperry’s Restaurant, Cold Springs TN
Issue: Unauthorized OU
The Orthodox Union does not certify any Sperry’s Seasonings. Some seasonings are labeled with an unauthorized OU mark. If you see this product in the marketplace, please provide details to kosherq@ou.org. Corrective actions are being implemented.
Posted: 12/3/2021
Unauthorized OU - Gift Group Brand Chocolates
WarningThe Gift Group
Brand: Bruges, Latiere (and any other brand of The Gift Group)
Product: Chocolates
Company: The Gift Group, Scarborough ON
Issue: Unauthorized OU
The Orthodox Union does not certify products from The Gift Group. Some of their chocolates have an unauthorized OU symbol. Corrective actions are being implemented.
Posted: 12/3/2021
Unauthorized Star-K - Morning Fresh Farms frozen vegetables
Status ChangeMorning Fresh Farms frozen vegetables, distributed by Merchant Distributors (MDI) of Hickory, NC, bear an unauthorized STAR-K symbol. Products not certified include broccoli, cauliflower, spinach, collard greens, turnip greens, Brussels sprouts, and all mixes that include any of these items. These products have not been checked for tolaim (insect infestation). Breaded okra is also not certified. Products were found in stores in the southeastern United States. Corrective action is being taken.
Posted: 11/18/2021
Country Crock Product ensure OU Hechsher
UpdateCountry Crock
Brand: Country Crock
Product: County Crock Products
Company: Upfield, Hackensack NJ
Issue: The Orthodox Union certifies many, but not all Country Crock products. Country Crock products with the OU symbol are certified, and the products without the OU symbol are not. Consumer should look for the OU symbol.
Posted: 10/22/2021
Unauthorized OU - Casa Milo Traditional Taralli
WarningCasa Milo Traditional Taralli
Brand: Casa Milo
Product: Taralli
Company: Casa Milo, Italy
Issue: Unauthorized OU
The Orthodox Union does not certify Casa Milo Taralli. Some labels bear an unauthorized OU symbol. If you see this product in the marketplace, please send details to kosherq@ou.org. Corrective actions are being implemented.
Posted: 10/22/2021
Loss of OU Hashgacha - Tapatio Ramen Noodle Soup Shrimp Flavor
Status ChangeTapatio Ramen Noodle Soup Shrimp Flavor
Brand
Tapatio Ramen Noodle Soup
Product
Shrimp Flavored Ramen Soup
Company
Unity Foods LLC, Cypress CA
Issue
Loss of hashgocha - Tapatio Shrimp Flavored Ramen Soups come in different size containers. The 3.7 ounces bowls are not certified by the Orthodox Union and do not bear an OU symbol. The 2.29 ounces cups were certified by the Orthodox Union and bear an OU symbol. The Orthodox Union will no longer certify the 2.29 ounces cups and the OU symbol will no longer appear on the label. It is possible that both the certified and non-certified products will be sold simultaneously as the supply of the OU certified product is being depleted. Consumers should look for the OU symbol before purchasing products.
Posted: 10/14/2021
Unauthorized OU-D- Golden Grahams S'mores Remix
WarningGolden Grahams S’mores Remix
Brand
Golden Grahams
Product
Golden Grahams S’mores Remix
Company
General Mills, Minneapolis MN
Issue
Unauthorized OU
The Orthodox Union does not certify General Mills Golden Grahams S’mores Remix. Some packaging are labeled with an unauthorized OU D mark. Corrective actions are being implemented.
Posted: 10/14/2021
ALERT - Kitchen Aid French Door Refrigerators
UpdateOctober 12, 2021
Kitchen Aid French Door Refrigerators
It has come to our attention that in certain models of STAR-K Sabbath Mode-certified Kitchen Aid French Door refrigerators - among them KRFC302ESS and KRSC503ESS - the interior lights continue to be operational even in Sabbath Mode.
To determine if your model has this issue, do the following:
1. Set the Sabbath Mode.
2. Keeping the left door and freezer drawer closed, open the right door.
a. If there is no light displaying, your unit is fine.
b. If you see a light, however dim, you will need to tape down both
refrigerator switches and the freezer switch before Shabbos and Yom Tov.
Be sure to remove the tape after Shabbos/Yom Tov.
Please contact KitchenAid at 1-800-422-1230 to report the issue and schedule service.
Posted: 10/14/2021
Kashrus Alert - Bowl & Basket Cauliflower Rice
UpdateOctober 7, 2021 1 Cheshvan, 5782
Product Name: Cauliflower Rice
Brand: Bowl & Basket
Company: Shoprite
Inadvertently bears and MK symbol. Corrective action has been taken.
Posted: 10/8/2021
Disclaimer
The information on this page is provided as a community service and may not be complete or current. Always consult your Rabbi and the relevant kashrus agency for authoritative guidance on kosher matters.
