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Chang Farm Recalls Nature’s Wonder Mung Bean Sprouts Because of Possible Health Risk

December 15, 2023 from the FDA:

Chang Farm, Whatley, MA is recalling 12 oz Nature’s Wonder Mung Bean Sprouts, with the sell-by date of December 13th, 2023 because of the presence of Listeria monocytogenes (L. Monocytogenes).

The product has been distributed to retail stores and wholesalers throughout MA, CT, NY and MD.

The affected product is packaged in 12 oz plastic bags (retail), ( the code for the product is 12/13 present in the back inside the white box) labeled under the Chang Farm Brand as Nature’s Wonder Premium Bean Sprouts and have a “Sell By” date of December 13th, 2023.

All retail stores and wholesalers who have this lot in MA, CT, NY and MD should remove this product from their shelves. Consumers should not consume the products and should discard this product or return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Consumers should contact their healthcare provider with any illness concerns. Consumers with questions about the warning may contact Chang Farm at 413-522-0234 or 413-222-5519 which will be monitored 24 hours EST from Monday – Sunday.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A8726

Fresh Express Announces Recall of Limited Spinach Products Due to Possible Health Risk

December 15, 2023 from the FDA:

Fresh Express has issued a voluntary recall of a Fresh Express Spinach, 8 oz. size, with product code G332 and use-by date of December 15 and Publix Spinach, 9 oz size, with product code G332 and a now expired use-by date of December 14 due to a potential health risk from Listeria monocytogenes.

The two recalled spinach items were distributed to retailers in seven states including AL, FL, GA, NC, SC, TN and VA.

Name of Product Ounces UPC Bag Code Use-By Date Distribution States
Fresh Express Spinach 8 oz. 0 71279 13204 4 G332 Dec 15, 2023 AL, FL, GA, NC, VA
Publix Spinach 9 oz. 0 41415 00886 1 G332 Dec 14, 2023 AL, FL, GA, NC, SC, TN, VA

Product codes are located on the front of the packages below the use-by dates. Photos are provided for ease of identifying the products.

In the event consumers have the recalled products in their refrigerators, they should be discarded and not consumed. To obtain a refund or for more information, consumers may call the Fresh Express Consumer Response Center at (800) 242-5472 between the hours of 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern Time. Refunds are also available where purchased.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A8724

OU Kosher Alert: Hidden Valley Original Ranch Dressing and Dipping Sauce

December 14, 2023 from the OU:

Hidden Valley Original Ranch Dressing and Dipping Sauce, Hidden Valley, Brea CA has a missing D - Dairy Designation:
The Orthodox Union certifies Hidden Valley Original Ranch Dressing and Dipping Sauce as an OU D - Dairy product. Some labels were printed with an OU mark without the D - Dairy designation. This product contains dairy, as indicated in the allergens and ingredients statements. Corrective actions are being implemented.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A8723

Israeli Allegy Alert: Tablini Maimon brand Seasoning Mixture for Steak

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A8722

Bobo’s Issues a Voluntary Allergy Alert on Undeclared Coconut in Product

December 9, 2023 from the FDA:

TGD Cuts, LLC has initiated a voluntary recall of the specific fresh-cut fruit cup, clamshell and tray products listed below because they contain cantaloupe from TruFresh which has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

Bobo’s of Loveland, Colorado is issuing a voluntary recall of Bobo’s Peach Oat Bars because they may contain undeclared coconut.

Peach Bars were distributed through retail stores nationwide and through online orders at www.eatbobos.comExternal Link Disclaimer

The product can be identified by the lot code found on a stamp on the front of the bar: 3J27111, Best By 7/23/24. These wrapped bars can also be found in cartons with lot codes: 3J21111 or 3K01111 with best by dates of 7/17/2024 and 7/28/2024 respectively. The bars are 3oz and may be a single bar or in a box of 12. UPC Code: 829262000203 .

The recall was initiated after it was discovered that product containing coconut was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of coconut on the ingredient deck.

Consumers who have purchased the affected lot should return the product to where it was purchased to request an exchange or full refund if there is an allergy concern. Affected product should then be discarded in a secure place and not consumed.

For more information, please contact us at info@eatbobos.com or 303-938-1977 between Monday – Friday, 8am-4pm MDT.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A8720

OU Kosher Alert: Birch Benders Blueberry Muffin Mix

December 11, 2023 from the OU:

Birch Benders Blueberry Muffin Mix, Birch Benders, Louisville CO is missing D - Dairy Designation:
The Orthodox Union certifies Birch Benders Blueberry Muffin Mix as an OU D - Dairy product. This product contains dairy ingredients, as indicated in the allergens and ingredients statements. Some packaging was labeled with a plain OU mark, without the D - Dairy designation. Corrective actions are being implemented.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A8719

Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc. of Edwardsville, ILL has Initiated a Voluntary Recall on Specific Batches of Private Label Holiday Nog Purchased in United Dairy Farmers Stores Between December 4th Through December 6th, 2023, that May Contain an Undeclared Egg Allergen

December 8, 2023 from the FDA:

Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc. of Edwardsville, ILL has initiated a voluntary recall on specific batches of private label Holiday Nog purchased in United Dairy Farmers stores between December 4th through December 6th, 2023, that may contain an undeclared egg allergen:

Product Product#/ Lot# Product Size Code Date Sold Between
Holiday Nog 7631005049 I 21-65 1/2 Gallon 12/19/2023 12/4- 12/6

Holiday Nog is produced and manufactured by Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc. of Edwardsville, ILL, and sold at United Dairy Farmers stores. This specific batch may have been mis-labeled related to egg allergens. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to egg may run the risk of serious allergic reactions if they consume these products.

Consumers who have purchased the product in question may return the product to their local United Dairy Farmers store for a full refund. United Dairy Farmer's customers with additional questions may call the Company's Consumer Relations department toll-free at 1-800-833-1177, or direct concerns to Prairie Farms at 618-659-5700.

This recall only applies to United Dairy Farmers Holiday Nog product only.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A8718

Updated GHGA, LLC, in Coordination with Sofia Produce, LLC DBA Trufresh, Voluntarily Recalls Select Fresh-Cut Fruit Products Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination

December 6, 2023 from the FDA:

Updated states distributed to for Sprouts to include Florida and remove Alabama. No additional products or dates have been added.

GHGA, LLC, in Coordination with Sofia Produce, LLC DBA Trufresh, Voluntarily Recalls SeUpdated GHGA, LLC, in Coordination with Sofia Produce, LLC DBA Trufresh, Voluntarily Recalls Select Fresh-Cut Fruit Products Due to Possible Salmonella Contaminationlect Fresh-Cut Fruit Products Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination

November 29, 2023 from the FDA:

Updated GHGA, LLC, in Coordination with Sofia Produce, LLC DBA Trufresh, Voluntarily Recalls Select Fresh-Cut Fruit Products Due to Possible Salmonella ContaminationGHGA, LLC is voluntarily recalling select fresh-cut products made from whole cantaloupe subject to a previously announced product recall initiated by Sofia Produce, LLC dba Trufresh, due to potential Salmonella contamination.

All GHGA fresh-cut fruit products associated with the recalled whole cantaloupe associated with the outbreak have expired, however consumers who have purchased these items and may have frozen them for later use are urged not to consume the products and to dispose of them immediately or return the items to their local store for a full refund.

The fresh-cut fruit products containing recalled cantaloupe were distributed to Kroger stores in Alabama and Georgia, Sprouts stores in Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina, and Trader Joe’s retail stores in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, and Tennessee. The products are packaged in clear square or round plastic containers, marked with a “sell by” date and a lot code on the label.

Products Table is here

Other pictures of recalled products are here

Consumers who have questions or would like to report adverse reactions should contact customer service at 888.449.9386 Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM PT.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A8708

TGD Cuts, LLC Recalls Certain Fresh-Cut Fruit Cup, Clamshell and Tray Products Due to Possible Health Risk

December 5, 2023 from the FDA:

TGD Cuts, LLC has initiated a voluntary recall of the specific fresh-cut fruit cup, clamshell and tray products listed below because they contain cantaloupe from TruFresh which has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

Due to the expanded recall of fresh, whole cantaloupes by TruFresh, on November 28, 2023, TGD Cuts, LLC is issuing this recall. Cantaloupes recalled by TruFresh were used as a raw material in TGD Cuts, LLC fruit cup, clamshell and tray products listed below.

This recall includes fresh-cut fruit cup, clamshell and tray products containing cantaloupe listed in the table below with use-by dates of November 2, 2023, through November 24, 2023. Products were distributed to retail and food service locations in Maryland, D.C., Virginia, Delaware, Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, North Carolina and South Carolina. No other products are affected.

Consumers, restaurants, retailers, and wholesalers should not eat, sell, or serve recalled cantaloupe or recalled products containing cantaloupe.

Some consumers freeze cantaloupe for later use. Consumers should check their freezers and throw away recalled fresh or cut cantaloupe that was frozen for later use.

If you are not sure if your cantaloupe is part of the recall, do not eat or use it and throw it away.

Consumers with questions may contact TGD Cuts at (410)-799-5700 M-F between the hours of 6:30am-3:00pm EST. mediarelations@classproduce.com

The list of recalled products and product labeled are here:

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A8717

Kashrut Alert - WELCH’S GRAPE JUICE with a K

November 30, 2023 - From the COR Detroit:
WELCH’S GRAPE JUICE with a K is not an Orthodox supervision and should not be considered Kosher.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A8715
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