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cRc Kashrus Information - Dunkin Donuts Skokie Location

July 12, 2021 from the cRc:

Please note that the cRc certified Dunkin Donuts in Skokie, IL located at 3900 W. Dempster has closed for renovations. They have relocated to the Dunkin Donuts at 8800 Gross Point Road, Skokie, IL 60077, which is now cRc certified.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A7685

Canadian Food Recall Warning (Allergen) - Halvana brand Hummus recalled due to undeclared sesame

July 9, 2021 from the CFIA

Halvana North America Inc. is recalling the following products because of undeclared sesame:

Brand Name Common Name Size UPC Code(s) on Product
Halvana Hummus Classic Recipe 175 g 8 81366 00221 7 All codes where sesame is not declared on the label
Halvana Hummus Green Olives 175 g 8 81366 00224 8 All codes where sesame is not declared on the label
Halvana Hummus Chili-Za'tar 175 g 8 81366 00223 1 All codes where sesame is not declared on the label

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A7684

KASHRUS INFORMATION: Planters Peanuts

July 1, 2021 from the OU in respose to a question from the editor:

PLANTERS NUT PRODUCTS are acceptable only when bearing an OU symbol. Products bearing a K (which include most Planters Dry Roasted items and some Honey Roasted items) may contain non-kosher ingredients, or may be produced on the same equipment as products which contain non-kosher ingredients. Note that Planters Honey Roasted Cashews in the 3 oz. bag and 8.25 oz. can bear an OU, but the 1.5 oz. and 2 oz. size bags bear a K because they are not produced on an OU- approved production line. Every package should be carefully checked for the OU symbol.


KASHRUS ALERT: Planters peanuts in Lakewod food boxes may not be Kosher

February 4, 2021 - From the The Lakewood Scoop:

"Take note, some food boxes may contain Planters peanuts which may not be Kosher."
Ed note: The Lakewood Scoop then references the alert below.

Kashrus alert on various Planters Nut Products

From the COR Detroit on July 29, 2015 with additional information on December 31, 2016 and updated July 29, 2020:

PLANTERS NUT PRODUCTS are acceptable only when bearing an OU symbol. Products bearing a K (which include most Planters Dry Roasted items and some Honey Roasted items) may contain gelatin, or may be produced on the same equipment as gelatin-containing products.

Note that Planters Honey Roasted Cashews in the 3 oz. bag and 8.25 oz. can bear an OU, but the 1.5 oz. and 2 oz. size bags bear a K because they are not produced on an OU approved production line. Every package should be carefully checked for the OU symbol.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A5084

cRc Kashrus Alert - Chocolate Works S'Mores missing D

July 9, 2021 from the cRc:

Chocolate Works S'Mores manufactured by 5th Avenue Chocolatiere, Freeport, NY is certified as dairy by the cRc. Current packages of the product are missing the dairy designation. Corrective actions are being taken

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A7683

Canadian Kosher Alert- No Name Fruit Salad in Fruit Juice from Concentrate- NOT KOSHER

July 7, 2021 from the COR:

No Name Fruit Salad in Fruit Juice from Concentrate Unauthorized Use of COR Symbol This product is NOT KOSHER even when bearing a COR 1 symbol. Corrective action is being taken.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A7682

Kashrus Alert- Market Basket Rainbows End Trail Mix

July 2, 2021 from the OK:

Market Basket Rainbows End Trail Mix – 32 oz/2 lb/907g, Demoulas Supermarkets, Tewksbury, MA 01876 has an unauthorized Use of OK Symbol:
Market Basket Rainbows End Trail Mix in 32 oz/2 lb/907g bags, bears an unauthorized OK symbol.
Corrective actions are being taken.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A7681

Bazzini LLC Voluntarily Recalls Trader Joe’s Dark Chocolate Almond Butter Cup 2-Pak

June 23, 2021 from FDA:

Bazzini LLC, Allentown, PA is, out of an abundance, voluntarily recalling three lot codes (SELL BY date codes of APR 05 2022, APR 06 2022, and APR 07 2022) of 1.4 ounce Trader Joe's Dark Chocolate Almond Butter Cups because it may contain peanut protein. The product was distributed nationwide. People who have an allergy or very severe sensitivity to peanuts run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

While the label states that the product "May contain traces of ... peanut," following reports of allergic reactions, all potentially affected product was removed from sale.

The product comes in a 1.4 ounce package, with one of the three following date code located on the back of the packages:

nsumers who have these products may return them to the Trader Joe's location where they were purchased for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the Bazzini LLC at 1-855-675-7219 Monday-Friday between the hours of 8:00AM-5:00PM EST.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A7680

Mexican kashrut Infomation - PASTELERIA ADONIS

June 26, 2020 from KMD Mexico

TODOS LOS PASTELES ARABES ELABORADOS POR PASTELERIA ADONIS EN TODAS SUS SUCURSALES A PARTIR DEL DIA DE HOY SON KOSHER LACTEO.
P.D. EL PASTEL DE NATA NO ESTA CERTIFICADO KOSHER

Translated by a Google Translate: ALL ARAB CAKES MADE BY PASTELERIA ADONIS IN ALL ITS BRANCHES FROM TODAY THEY ARE KOSHER MILK.
P.S. THE CREAM PASTEL IS NOT KOSHER CERTIFIED

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A7679

Insect Infestation Alert - Health Garden Coconut Sugar

June 25, 2021 from New Square Kosher:

Summary from the editor: New Square has found that due to a technical malfunction Health Garden Coconut Sugar has a level of insect infestion that can be seen with the naked eye. "Consequently, we hereby announce to the public that consumers should refrain from using the above product until the issue is rectified. We will post a letter notifying the public which lot number/s is/are insect‐free."

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A7678

Kosher Alert Botticelli Balsamic Vinegar

June 25, 2021 from the OU:

Botticelli Balsamic Vinegar, Botticelli Food Corp., Commack NY has an unauthorized OU:
The Orthodox Union does not certify Botticelli Balsamic Vinegar. Some bottles bear an unauthorized OU symbol. Corrective actions are being implemented.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A7677
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