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Consumer Kashrut Alerts

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Insect Infestation alert on Organic Broccoli Slaw:

July 23, 2020, from the cRc:

The cRc has previously recommended the use of any (non-organic) broccoli slaw without any special washing or checking. However, this summer we have been finding an extremely high level of infestation which we believe are a result of an unusually hot season in the growing areas plus a myriad of covid-19 related changes in the processing farms and plants.

Therefore, at this time, we recommend that broccoli slaw only be used after it is first checked with the thrip cloth method which can be found at https://www.crcweb.org/NewFruitandVeglist.pdf. We will continue to check broccoli slaw and the factors causing such high infestation. Once the situation returns back to normal we will alert the public of the change.


May 7, 2019, 2018 from the cRc:

After months of research, the cRc continues to find a high amount of insect infestation in organic broccoli slaw. We therefore are no longer recommending using organic broccoli slaw without a reliable hashgacha but continue to recommend non-organic broccoli slaw (which we are continuing to monitor as well).

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A6800

Empire Kosher Poultry Switches Hashgacha

July 21, 2020: From CrownHeights.info:

"The largest provider of Kosher poultry in the United States, Empire Kosher Poultry, made a sudden change in hashgacha, going from the Khal Adath Yeshuurun Hechsher, under Rabbi Yisroel Mantel, to Tartikov, under Rabbi Rabbi Yechiel Babad."

"While the change was unexpected, the OU Kosher (Orthodox Union) continued to give their hechsher throughout."

"The reason for the sudden change was not provided by either Empire Kosher Poultry or the Khal Adath Yeshuurun Hechsher."

From Empire Kosher: "Aside from our onsite team of over 50 rabbis, our products are certified kosher by the most highly regarded kosher supervising agencies, the Orthodox Union and Rabbi Yechiel Babad, Tartikov Rav. Their oversight guides all processes and procedures regarding the kosher status of our products."

July 21, 2020 from KAJ:

"Effective July 20, 2020, the Rabbinate of K’hal Adath Jeshurun (KAJ) has terminated its supervision of Empire Kosher Poultry in Mifflintown, PA. This includes chicken, turkey and all other products manufactured under the Empire label. All products manufactured up to this date are still under our supervision."

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A7257

Updated Kashrut Alert - Tenli Brand Gummy and Candy Products

July 21, 2020: From the Star-K:

Tenli brand gummy and candy products distributed by Classic Confections and Vidal bear an unauthorized STAR-K symbol. These products are not certified by STAR-K.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A7225

Kashrut Reminder - Dairy

July 20, 2020: From the cRc Twitter:

The NineDays are coming up, and people are stocking up on dairy. Don't forget that most dairy products need a reliable certification on the label. This includes yogurt, cheese, sourcream, creamcheese and other dairy items. Don't forget to check your labels for the kosher symbol.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A7256

Israeli Health Alert - Zippori and Kastel Ground Nutmeg

July 16, 2020 from health.gov.il

S.M. Kastel Food Industries Ltd. wishes to inform its customers that following sampling by the Food Service in the Health Bureau, Northern District, it was found that its product "Ground Nutmeg" contains aflatoxin (mold toxins) levels higher than legally permitted. The product is sold in 150 gram packages under the Zippori Spices brand and in 3 kilogram bags under the Kastel name.

Consumers are urged not to consume products labeled with the expiration date range between 01/01/2022 until 16/07/2022.

Consumers can return the product and receive a refund. You may call our customer service number for any issue at 046000435.


Israeli Health Alert - Almanar Ground Nutmeg and Whole Nutmeg

July 16, 2020 from health.gov.il

Mu'ti Hussein and Sons Co. (Brand: AlmanarSpices) wishes to inform our customer public that following inspection by the Food Service in the Health Bureau, Northern District, concerns were raised for aflatoxin (toxin) levels higher than legally permitted in our products: Ground Nutmeg and Whole Nutme, manufactured by Mu'ti Hussein and Sons Co. Ltd., Jadeidi-Makr, in plastic containers weighing 50 grams, 70 grams and 350 grams, and in wholesale packages weighing 5 kilograms, from all expiration dates up to and including 4/2022.

The public is urged not to consume this product.

For inquiries and for returning the product, please call us at 05252020937.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A7254

Israeli Recall - Prigat strawberry banana-flavored soft drinks

July 16, 2020 from health.gov.il

International Beer Breweries Ltds wishes to inform its consumer public that there is some concern for aftertaste in a small number of Prigat strawberry banana-flavored soft drinks in 1.5 liter bottles, labeled with "Best Before" dates 18/12/2020 and 19/12/2020 (manufacturing dates 17/6/2020 and 18/6/2020 respectively).

Anyone in possession of bottles from the stock above is urged not to consume it and is encouraged to call our customer service center at 1-800-335-522 to arrange for its return and replacement with another.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A7255

Kosher Advisory - Ticklebelly Cookie Dough

July 20, 2020 from Facebook and confirmed by the OU:

Ticklebelly Cookie Dough found in Costco has a visible OU in the outside box but not one on the individual package. It is made in a kosher plant and the product is dairy.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A7253

Israeli Health Alert - Hermes Fish Announces the Recall of Its Product: "Norwegian Salmon in Subtle Cold Smoking"

July 15, 2020 from health.gov.il

The Manufacturer: Hermes Fish Ltd.calls for the return of its product: Norwegian Salmon in Subtle Cold Smoking
Upon tests performed by the Food Service in the Health Bureau, Southern District, listeria monocytogenes bacteria in the product "Norwegian Salmon in Subtle Cold Smoking" (single packages weighing 100 grams).

Product's Details:
Barcode: 7290017239101
Manufacturing Date: 21/06/2020
Last Date of Use: 21/07/2021
Weight: 100 grams Consumers in possession of this product are urged not to consume it.

Hermes Fish Ltd. recalls the product from shelves in a coordinated action with the Food Service in the Ministry of Health.
For inquiries and further information please call our customer service number at: 08-6444564

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A7252

Israeli Health Alert - Isragal Matreman Smoked Nile Perch

July 14, 2020 from health.gov.il

Listeria Monocytogenes Announcement: Isragal Matreman Co. wishes to inform its customers that upon routine inspection by the Food Service in the Health Bureau, Beer Sheva, listeria monocytogenes bacteria were found in its product:


The manufacturer is working to recall the product from shelves. Members of the public who purchased this product are urged not to consume it and to return it to the points of sale to receive a refund.

For further information please call us at 088568013.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A7251

Israeli Allergy Alert - Chewzy Dark Chocolate Snack with Pretzel Bits

July 8, 2020 from health.gov.il

Upon inspection performed by the Food Service at the Health Bureau, Ashkelon District,traces of allergens of the dairy protein and peanut protein varieties were detected, not labeled in the allergen information label on the package. Product Name: Dark Chocolate Snack with Pretzel BitsJ. Chewzy Brand. Content: 170 grams.
Manufacturer's Name: New York Chocolate.
Importer's Name: M.S.I Cranes Ltd.
Expiration Date: 06/11/2020
Manufacturing Date: 07/11/2019
Barcode: 682443919325

Consumers with known allergies to dairy, peanuts and the other allergens listed on the label are urged not to consume this product. M.S.I. Cranes Ltd., in a coordinated action with the Food Service inthe Ministry of Health, recalls the product from shelves.

For inquiries and further information,you may call us at: 08-6655177

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A7250
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