The following kashrus alert is from the Chicago Rabbinical Council on March 8, 2010.
Several varieties of frozen fruits and vegetables under the "Nature’s Blessedz" label, packed by Coloma Foods, Coloma, Michigan, bear an unauthorized cRc. They include Brussel Sprouts, Broccoli, Cauliflower, Raspberries and Asparagus.
These products, although kosher in character, were not checked for insects. The cRc does not recommend any attempt be made to check these products, other than the cauliflower, for insects as it is very difficult to properly do so by anyone not trained to check for these types of insects.
Other vegetables packed by Coloma Foods bearing the cRc, other than those listed above, are kosher certified for year-round use but they are not certified kosher for Passover.
Other fruits bearing the cRc are kosher for year-round use and are also acceptable for Passover if they are not cooked, are only sweetened with sugar and do not contain any other additives.
The following health alert is from the FDA on March 8, 2010.
As a precautionary measure and concern for our consumer safety, Herr Foods Inc of Nottingham, PA is voluntarily recalling 'Herr's Cracked Pepper and Sea Salt Flavored' Kettle Style Potato Chips. The product is being recalled because it contains HVP (hydrolyzed vegetable protein) manufactured, distributed and recalled by Basic Food Flavors, Inc., Las Vegas, NV. The ingredient from Basic Food Flavors has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
'Herr's Cracked Pepper and Sea Salt Flavored' Kettle Style Potato Chips were distributed nationwide through retail stores, distributors, and internet sales. These products were sold as individual bags. No other 'Herr's" products are involved with this recall.
Only the following products are being recalled:
- 'Herr's Cracked Pepper and Sea Salt Flavored' Kettle Style Potato Chips With code dates FEB 27, 2010 up to an including May 15, 2010 Bag Net Weight 8.5 oz. UPC 072600011519
- 'Herr's Cracked Pepper and Sea Salt Flavored' Kettle Style Potato Chips With code dates FEB 27, 2010 up to an including June 12, 2010 Bag Net Weight 1.875 oz. UPC 072600014909
The following kashruth alert is from the OU on March 2, 2010.
Chocolate Toffee Pistachios, Santa Barbara Pistachio Company: This certified product contains dairy ingredients as listed on the ingredient panel but the dairy designation has been inadvertently omitted. Future packaging will be revised.
The following kashruth alert is from the OU on March 2, 2010.
Planters Nutrition Omega-3 Mix, Kraft Foods- East Hanover, NJ: This certified product contains dairy ingredients as listed on the ingredient panel but the dairy designation has been inadvertently omitted. Future packaging will be revised.
The following kashrus alert is from the KSA on March 8, 2010.
Please be advised that some of the Irish Soda Bread manufactured by Batters & Dough Inc. were inadvertently labeled with a KSA D. This product is not certified by the KSA and labels have been corrected.
The following kashrus alert is from the Chicago Rabbinical Council on March 8, 2010.
Effective March 1, 2010, all products manufactured by Aqua Thick of Muscatine, Iowa, are no longer under certified by the cRc even when bearing the cRc on the label.
The following kashrus alert is from the Chicago Rabbinical Council on March 8, 2010.
Effective March 1, 2010, all products manufactured by BBF & L of Mundelein, Illinois, under the Harvest Better label are no longer certified by the cRc even when bearing the cRc on the label.
The following cashew and walnut allergy alert is from the FAAN on March 8, 2010.
Gertels Bake Shoppe is recalling Quality Delancey brand ”Chocolate Leaves” cookies due to undeclared cashews and walnuts. The product was only distributed to Supersol Scarsdale Supermarket in New York. The product is in 10-oz. clear plastic containers with the expiration date of 3/20/10. Consumers may return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may call (718) 943-6690.
The following soy and fish allergy alert is from the FDA on March 5, 2010.
Ed Roller, Inc., Rochester, NY is voluntarily recalling Wegmans Food You Feel Good About® Medium Seafood Sauce, 9 ounce glass jar, UPC #77890 84032, because the product may contain undeclared soy and anchovies. Only those jars with a sell-by date up to and including April 21 are included in this recall. The sell-by date is heat stamped on the label. The recalled product is packaged in a 9 oz. clear glass jar with a white screw top and was distributed to 75 Wegmans Food Markets in NY, PA, NJ, VA, and MD. The recall was initiated after a recent inspection by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets revealed the omission of Worcestershire sauce in the ingredient statement of this product. Worcestershire sauce is made with ingredients that include soy and anchovies. Production of this product has been temporarily suspended until corrective actions are taken. Consumers who have purchased Wegmans 9 oz. Food You Feel Good About® Medium Seafood Sauce, , UPC #77890 84032 may return the product to Wegmans for a full refund. Consumers with questions or concerns may contact Wegmans’ consumer affairs department at (800) 934-6267, ext. 4760 Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m EST.
The following kashrus alert is from the Kosher Miami on March 4, 2010.
Effective March 4, 2010, "The Hummus" located at 18090 Collins Avenue, is no longer under Kosher Miami supervision. Please note that this is not due to kashrus violations.