October 20, 2023 from the OU:
Alreef Baklava Assortments, Golden Star Wholesale, Try MI has an unauthorized OU:
The Orthodox Union does not certify Alreef Baklava (any variety).
Some packaging bears an unauthorized OU mark. Corrective actions are being implemented.
October 19, 2023 from the FDA:
Nature's Path Organic Foods is voluntarily recalling specific batches of its Organic Pumpkin Spice Waffles and Organic Dark Chocolate Chip Waffles because they may contain trace amounts of undeclared peanuts.
The affected products were only sold in the USA. This issue is isolated to two batches of Organic Pumpkin Spice Waffles and Organic Dark Chocolate Chip Waffles with the following lot codes:
The impacted products are sold in the freezer aisle, packaged in 7 oz (2 waffles (70g) servings), and lot codes can be found on the bottom flap of each box.
The impacted products are sold in the freezer aisle, packaged in 7 oz (2 waffles (70g) servings), and lot codes can be found on the bottom flap of each box. While no illness or reports of allergic reactions have been reported to date, these specific batches are being voluntarily recalled. No other products or lots within the U.S. are impacted by this voluntary recall. The issue stemmed from a manufacturing error through an external partner that produces products for Nature's Path Organic Foods. Consumers requesting a refund for the affected product should return the product to their retailer. Consumers may also contact Nature's Path consumer services at 1-866-880-7284 (between Monday and Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm PST) or email at ConsumerServices@naturespath.com.
October 20, 2023 from the FDA:
Baker Farms of Norman Park, GA is voluntarily recalling a single production run of Kroger 16-ounce bagged Collard Greens, due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
The recalled product,16-ounce bags of Kroger Collard Greens, were sold in the produce department and can be identified as having a UPC code of 11110-18171 with a Best By date of 10-16-2023 and production code 110093-387 (see picture below). All potentially affected products have been removed from store shelves.
The product was distributed to various Kroger retail locations in the Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, South Carolina and Tennessee. The recall also impacts parts of Illinois, Indiana and Missouri.
Customers who have purchased the affected product are urged to dispose of it or return it to their local store for a full refund.
Customers who have questions may contact Kroger at 1-800-632-6900 Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 12:00 AM EST, and Saturday and Sunday, 8:00 AM to 9:30 PM EST.
October 17, 2023 from the OU:
Turner's Grape Juice (6 oz.), Turner's Dairy Farms, Penn Hills PA
has an unauthorized OU:
The Orthodox Union does not certify Turner's Grape Juice. Some 6 ounce cartons bear an unauthorized OU mark. Corrective actions are being implemented.
October 16, 2023 from the COR Canada:
Wegmans Powdered Sugar Donut Holes product bears a COR 408 symbol missing the DAIRY designation. The product is Kosher Dairy as indicated in the ingredients panel. Corrective action is being taken.
October 2, 2023 from the FDA:
Maisie Jane's California Sunshine Products Inc., 3764 Hegan Ln, Chico, CA 95928-9527 is recalling Maisie Jane's Smooth almond butter, 12 oz glass jar, 6 units per case, shelf stable, Lot Code 30122, Best by used by 10/24 d because of high levels of aflatoxin
:Distribution Pattern: The product is distributed throughout the United States. Total number of consignees (customers) that received the recall product: 13. Consignees who received recalled product are in the following states: FL, TX, PA, WI, NY, GA, CA, OH.
October 11, 2023 from One Kosher Twitter:
Translated by Google Translate: 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗼𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 no longer has One Kosher supervision.
September 17, 2021 from the OU in response to the editor's question and reconfirmed on April 24, 2023 and October 13, 2023:
The Silk Non Dairy Milks, Yogurts and Creamers are labeled OUD, but in fact, its true status, at the present time, is DE (Dairy Equipment).
What does DE mean? Parve products made with heat on dairy equipment may be eaten after meat, but not with meat. Some kashrus agencies use a DE symbol, but the OU has chosen not to use a DE designation because it is felt it may be confusing to the kosher consumer. Also, to be a true DE product, the equipment must be properly cleaned of residue after dairy production, and that level of cleanliness is sometimes difficult to maintain and guarantee.
Please note that it is possible that the manufacturer will reformulate this product and add a true dairy ingredient. You will not be able to know this, since the OUD kosher symbol will remain the same. We recommend that you call our office every 3 months to reconfirm the DE status of this product.
October 11, 2023 from the OU in response to a question from the editor:
The Haagen Dazs Mango Sorbet is labeled OUD, but in fact, their true status, at the present time, is DE (Dairy Equipment).
What does DE mean? A DE product does not contain actual dairy ingredients, but it is manufactured with heat on dairy equipment. DE items may be eaten after meat, but not with meat at the same time.
Many products qualify to be DE but are labeled OUD because OUD is a less confusing symbol for the kosher consumer. Also, to be a true DE product, the equipment must be properly cleaned of residue after dairy production, and that level of cleanliness is sometimes difficult to maintain and guarantee.
Please note that it is possible that the manufacturer will reformulate this product and add a true dairy ingredient. You will not be able to know this, since the OUD kosher symbol will remain the same. We recommend that you contact our office every few months to reconfirm the DE status of this product.
July 31, 2023 from the OU in response to a question from the editor:
The Haagen Dazs Raspberry and Strawberry Sorbets are labeled OUD, but in fact, their true status, at the present time, is DE (Dairy Equipment).
May 31, 2022 from the OU in response to a question from the editor:
The Haagen Dazs sorbet is labeled OUD, but in fact, its true status, at the present time, is DE (Dairy Equipment).
What does DE mean? A DE product does not contain actual dairy ingredients, but it is manufactured with heat on dairy equipment. DE items may be eaten after meat, but not with meat at the same time.
Many products qualify to be DE but are labeled OUD because OUD is a less confusing symbol for the kosher consumer. Also, to be a true DE product, the equipment must be properly cleaned of residue after dairy production, and that level of cleanliness is sometimes difficult to maintain and guarantee.
Please note that it is possible that the manufacturer will reformulate this product and add a true dairy ingredient. You will not be able to know this, since the OUD kosher symbol will remain the same. We recommend that you contact our office every few months to reconfirm the DE status of this product.
September 18, 2023 from the OU in response to a question from the editor:
Gardetto Deli Syle Honey Mustard Pretzels bearing an OUD are DE.
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