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June 13, 2026 – from the FDA

Nara Organics of New York, NY, is voluntarily recalling all lots of Nara Organics Powdered Infant Formula currently on the market out of an abundance of caution due to the potential risk of Clostridium botulinum contamination.

Nara Organics Powdered Infant Formula was distributed nationally across Target retail stores, Target.com, and Nara.com between July 2025 and June 2026. Nara Infant Formula is not distributed outside of the USA.

Affected Product Details:

• Nara Organics Whole Milk Infant Formula, 700g, with UPC 860013251901
• Nara Organics Whole Milk Infant Formula, 400g, with UPC: 860013251918

All lots currently on the market are included in this voluntary recall, and the specific codes are as follows. The lot code can be found on the bottom of each can.

• 408125075E14F2
• 708125076E14F2
• 708125083E14F2
• 408125139E14F2
• 708125141E14F2
• 708125145E14F2
• 708125174E14F2
• 709125273E14F2
• 709125280E14F2
• 709125288E14F2
• 409125307E14F2
• 70926019ENNB
• 70926029ENNB
• 70926035ENNB
• 70926039ENNB
• 70926042ENNB

  Nara will automatically refund all consumers who purchased formula from their website in May and June 2026. Other customers with unused product may request a refund by taking a photo of the bottom of each can and completing the refund form here: We sincerely apologize for the concern and distress this announcement causes our customers. We are committed to leading with transparency and accountability throughout this process as we work to identify further information. We will provide additional information as it becomes available. Customers with questions are encouraged to visit Nara’s website ror email hello@nara.com

June 12, 2026: from the Vaad Harabonim of Queens:

PLEASE BE ADVISED: The following establishment is no longer under the kosher supervision of the Vaad Harabonim of Queens:

• BAGELS & CO. LOCATED AT 188-02 UNION TPKE., Is no longer certified under the Vaad Harabonim of Queens due to a serious kashrus violation.

To see a full list of all establishments under the Vaad Harabonim of Queens Hashgacha click here.

June 10, 2026: from the OU in respose to a question from a reader:

Trader Joes' Oat Creamer Brown Sugar bearing an OUD is OU DE.

Updated Information on Pas Yisroel status of Rosen’s Bread

June 3, 2026 from the cRc:

Please be aware, that due to technical issues, the following Rosen’s Bread product, with a date code expiring June 16, June 17, and June 18, should not be considered Pas Yisroel:

• Sixteen count Mary Ann brand hamburger buns sold at Costco
• Eight count Mary Ann brand hamburger buns sold in retail stores
• Rosen brand Hawaiian rolls sold in retail stores
• Rosen brand thin sliced rye bread sold in retail stores

May 21, 2026 – from the FDA

Hometown Food Company, in cooperation with Element Food Solutions, today initiated a limited, voluntary recall of a single lot code of its Birch Benders 12oz Sweet Potato Pancake Mix because it may contain undeclared egg.

Product was distributed nationwide and sold through grocery, natural food retailers and online channels across the U.S.
The following product details identify the affected item included in this recall:

• Item name: Birch Benders 12 oz Sweet Potato Pancake and Waffle Mix
• Case item code: 8 1000156076 5
• UPC item code: 8 1000156076 8
• Lot code: 5 265 • Best-If-Used-By date: MAR 24, 2027

If you have the affected product in a home or business, please discard it immediately or return it to the retail location where it was purchased for a refund. This voluntary recall is being made with the full knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this recall may cause and are offering replacement coupons for your product. Please call our toll-free number at 1-855-206-9517 from Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. EDT.

Ballester Hermanos Issues a Recall Due to Undeclared Soy and Milk in Pearl Milling Company Original Pancake & Waffles (MEZCLA PARA PANQUEQUES Y WAFFLES) Complete 5.99oz (170gr) Distributed in Puerto Rico

June 5. 1016 FDA. Product distributed in Puerto Rico. The editor does not know if the product is kosher.