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Kashrut Alert - Chug Chasam Sofer: Unauthorized label on Maxom cookies

March 19, 2021 from Kosherquest.org:

Maxom cookies, product of Russia, were labeled with an unauthorized Badatz “Chug Chasam Sofer” Bnai Brak, Israel certification.
This product is NOT KOSHER.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A7545

Israeli Kashrut Alert - Le Gall Beurre de Baratte

March 17, 2021 from the OU via Jerusalem Kosher News:

Rough translation:

The OU does not certify Le Gall Beurre de Baratte.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A7541

FDA Investigates Source of Non-Viral Hepatitis Cases Possibly Linked to Bottled Alkaline Water

March 16, 2021 from FDA:

“We are advising consumers, restaurants and retailers to not consume, cook with, sell or serve “Real Water” alkaline water until more information is known about the cause of the illnesses. We are working to determine how the alkaline water may be related to the illnesses. Although the investigation is ongoing, CDC’s analysis of epidemiologic information indicates that this alkaline water product may be the cause of the illnesses. We will provide additional updates as more information becomes available."

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A7540

Kashrus Alert - PICS Yogurt

March 15, 2021 from the OK:

PICS Yogurt, Price Chopper Supermarkets, Schenectady, NY 12308 has an unauthorized Use of OK Symbol:
Various yogurt products sold under the PICS brand in Price Chopper Supermarkets bear an unauthorized OK kosher symbol on the foil lids.
These products are not certified by OK Kosher Certification.
Corrective actions are being taken.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A7539

Canadian Food Recall Warning - Consumption of Organic Traditions brand Dried Bitter Apricot Kernels may cause cyanide poisoning

March 11, 2021 from the CFIA

Advantage Health Matters Inc. is recalling Organic Traditions brand Dried Bitter Apricot Kernels from the marketplace due to natural toxin amygdalin. Consumers should not consume the recalled product described below as it contains excessive amygdalin which may cause acute cyanide poisoning.

Recalled product

Brand Product Size UPC Codes
Organic Traditions Dried Bitter Apricot Kernels 227 g 6 27733 00900 3 LOT:AHM900190228D
EXP:05/2020 LOT:AHM900190321D
EXP:05/2020 LOT:AHM900190417D
EXP:05/2020 LOT:L200421135
EXP:12/2021

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A7538

Kashrus Alert - Camille Bloch Swiss Chocolate

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A7537

Various Israeli Kashrut Alerts

February 15, 2021 from Jerusalem Kosher News:

Rough translation:

Concentration of kosher updates recently published by the Chief Rabbinate and the Fraud Department *:

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A7533

Israeli Health Alert - Al-Arztahini Tahini

March 21, 2021 from health.gov.il

Agas Yarok Co., manufacturer and marketer of Al-Arz tahini brand,is issuing a recall for tahini in containers of 500 mg and 1 kgfrom the following expiration dates:

20.7.2021, 21.7.2021, 1.9.2021, 2.9.2021

Barcode No. 7290001216040, 7290001216057

l-Arz tahini's manufacturerhas issued an order of destruction for these products before their distribution, following the discovery of salmonella bacteria upon self-inspection processes by the manufacturer. Due to the possibility that several contains have slipped away and are being sold in private stores in the Northern District, it has been decided to issue a public warning, urging the public not toconsume these products and to contact the Company's customer service at 050-6336532.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A7536

South African Kashrut Alert - Gaby’s Earth Foods Products and Kellogg’s Cocoa Pops Moon & Stars

March 4, 2021: From South African Beth Din:

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A7535

Wilton Brands Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in 7 Sprinkle Products

March 3, 2021 from FDA:

Wilton Brands of Naperville, Illinois announced today a voluntary national recall of all lots of six sprinkles products and one kit containing affected sprinkles, because they may contain undeclared milk.

A full list of recalled products with photos and SKUs, which were distributed nationally through retail stores, mail, order, and direct delivery, is as follows:

Product Name & Item #

Brand

Product Name & Item #

Brand

Tasty Coffee Shop Cookie Kit
Item # 1900-0-0054
Wilton/Tasty Holiday Mix Sprinkles
Item # 710-7649
Wilton
Holiday Home Assorted Treat Toppings
Item # 710-0-0207
Holiday Home Rainbow Chip Crunch Sprinkles
Item # 710-9704
Wilton
Valentine Chip Crunch Sprinkles
Item # 710-4277
Wilton Assorted Treat Toppings Sprinkles
Item # 710-9722
Wilton
Rainbow Chip Crunch Sprinkles
Item #710-5364
Wilton

This recall is being initiated because of one reported allergic reaction to date associated with one of the recalled products. Wilton is recalling all affected products with a similar formulation.

Consumers who have purchased these products should immediately dispose of them or return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.

These products will be removed from shelves at several retailers and distributors nationwide. A full list of retailers that have carried this product can be found at www.wilton.com/recall.

For questions about the voluntary recall, please call our Consumer Care Hotline at 1-800-794-5866, Mondays thru Thursdays, 8 am to 4:30 pm CT, and Fridays, 8 am to 1 pm CT, or by sending an email to productrecall@wilton.com.


Canadian Food Recall Warning (Allergen) - Wilton brand sprinkle products recalled due to undeclared milk

March 5, 2021 from CFIA:

Wilton Industries Canada Company is recalling Wilton brand sprinkle products from the marketplace because they contain milk which is not declared on the label. People with an allergy to milk should not consume the recalled products described below.

Brand Product Size UPC Codes
Wilton Sprinkles Valentine Chip Crunch 98 g 0 70896 04277 4 All codes where milk is not declared on the label
Wilton Sprinkles Rainbow Chip Crunch 148 g 0 70896 45364 8 All codes where milk is not declared on the label
Wilton Sprinkles Holiday Mix 215 g 0 70896 27649 0 All codes where milk is not declared on the label
Wilton Sprinkles Assorted Treat Toppings 74 g 0 70896 09722 4 All codes where milk is not declared on the label
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