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Insect Infestation Alert - Quinoa

December 16, 2019 from the OU:

Kosher Advisory White Quinoa: Some brands of white quinoa were recently found to contain booklice. The Orthodox Union is looking into this matter. Accordingly, white quinoa should not be used without a thorough inspection. The method of checking that has been found to be effective is to pour the quinoa into a thirty mesh sifter and agitate for 30 seconds over a white surface. If any booklice are found on the white surface, the quinoa should be discarded.


December 13, 2019 from the Scroll K:

There has been an alarming number of cases where quinoa was found to be infested. The infestation seems due to improper storage at some stage in packing or storing. We therefore recommend the following:

  1. Quinoa that is at least a year before its expiration (or ‘best by’) date does not require checking.
  2. If it is less than one year before the expiration (or ‘best by’) date, the quinoa should be checked for insects. Place the raw quinoa in a strainer, shake for 25 seconds over a white paper or light box, and examine the surface for insects. See here for a visual demonstration.


December 4, 2019 from the New Square:

Our experienced Mashgichim recently checked various brands of Quinoa that are currently available in the stores and found a substantial amount (miut Hamutzi) that were infested with various types of insects including mites, which according to Halucha there is a Chiuv Bedika.
Since the bedikah is complicated for the average person, it is therefore suggested using only with a reliable hashgucha that certifies that it was checked and found clean at the time of packaging, and packaged in a way that it will remain insect‐free (e.g. vacuum packed).
p.s. it’s advisable to store in freezer immediately after opening the vacuum bag.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A7025

Israeli Health Recall - Soglowek 800 gr chicken sausages

December 12, 2019 from health.gov.il

Soglowek Ltd. wishes to inform its consumers of concerns for the presence of tiny plastic particles in a small number of packages of the product 800 gr chicken sausages, barcode 1227400 carrying the expiry 26.3.20 only, as a result of a localized malfunction in the manufacturing process.
Out of responsibility, the company is working to collect the products carrying this expiry date from the stores.
The company is requesting consumers who have purchased the 800 gr chicken sausages carrying the expiry date 26.3.20 only, not to consume the product, and to contact the customer service center by telephone: 1-800-555-000 in order to receive proper compensation.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A7034

OU Kosher Advisory Cinnamon Toast Crunch

December 11, 2019 from the OU:

General Mills Cinnamon Toast Crunch - Club 2-pack, General Mills, is missing D Dairy designation:
The sleeve on the 2 pack, only bears a plain OU symbol. Each individual box, correctly bears a OU D Dairy designation. The product at this time does not contain actual dairy, but is produced on dairy equipment.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A7031

CATSMO LLC. Recalls Smoked Salmon Because of Possible Health Risk

December 10, 2019 from FDA:

CATSMO LLC. Of Wallkill, NY, out of an abundance of caution, is recalling Cold Smoked Salmon because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

The recalled product was distributed in 11 states through retail stores and direct delivery as follows: NY, CT, NJ, MN, NC, FL, VA, MA, IL, PA and Washington D.C.

The product comes in a vacuum-sealed plastic package in whole fillets, specialty cuts, 4 oz., 8oz., or 1lb. sizes and are either plain or flavored.

Package markings of the recalled products are indicated in the table below:


Batch/Lot
(indicated on label)

Product Description (INDICATED ON LABEL)

Expiration Date (indicated on label)

7408 NOVA SLICED SMOKED SALMON 12/15/19 OR 12/16/19
7409 DANIEL BOULUD SLICED SMOKED SALMON 12/15/19 OR 12/16/19
7409 GOLD SLICED SMOKED SALMON 12/15/19 OR 12/16/19
7412 GOLD SLICED SMOKED SALMON 12/15/19 OR 12/16/19
7414 SCOTTISH SLICED SMOKED SALMON 12/15/19 OR 12/16/19
7414 LOIN SMOKED SALMON 12/15/19 OR 12/16/19
7415 SCOTTISH WHOLE NO SKIN SMOKED SALMON 12/15/19 OR 12/16/19
7415 GOLD WHOLE SMOKED SALMON 12/15/19 OR 12/16/19
7415 PASTRAMI WHOLE SMOKED SALMON 12/15/19 OR 12/16/19
7415 SCOTTISH WHOLE SMOKED SALMON 12/15/19 OR 12/16/19
7417 1lb SCOTTISH SMOKED SALMON 12/11/2019
7417 4oz SCOTTISH SMOKED SALMON 12/11/2019
7417 PASTRAMI SLICED SMOKED SALMON 12/15/19 OR 12/16/19
7420 4oz PASTRAMI SMOKED SALMON 12/11/2019
7420 4oz ORGANIC SMOKED SALMON 12/11/2019
7420 4oz DOUBLE SMOKED SALMON 12/11/2019
7420 4oz GOLD SMOKED SALMON 12/11/2019
7420 4oz GRAVELOX SMOKED SALMON 12/11/2019
7420 GOLD SLICED SMOKED SALMON 12/15/19 OR 12/16/19
7421 BOURBON PEPPER SLICED SMOKED SALMON 12/15/19 OR 12/16/19
7421 GOLD SLICED SMOKED SALMON 12/15/19 OR 12/16/19
7424 8oz DANIEL BOULUD BAJA SMOKED SALMON 12/11/2019
7424 8oz DANIEL BOULUD HIGHLAND SMOKED
SALMON
12/11/2019
7424 GOLD SLICED SMOKED SALMON 12/15/19 OR 12/16/19
7427 FIRST COURSE SLICED SMOKED SALMON 12/15/19 OR 12/16/19
7430 NOVA WHOLE SMOKED SALMON 12/15/19 OR 12/16/19
7430 SCOTTISH WHOLE SMOKED SALMON 12/15/19 OR 12/16/19
7432 8oz PASTRAMI SMOKED SALMON 12/11/2019
7432 4oz GOLD SMOKED SALMON 12/11/2019
7432 4oz RED BEET SMOKED SALMON 12/11/2019
7432 4oz BOURBON PEPPER SMOKED SALMON 12/11/2019
7432 4oz IRISH SMOKED SALMON 12/11/2019
7432 4oz GRAVELOX SMOKED SALMON 12/11/2019
7432 4oz ORGANIC SMOKED SALMON 12/11/2019

Consumers who have purchased the recalled product are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 845-895-2296 Monday through Friday 9am to 4pm EST.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A7032

Kashrus Alert - Sprouts Frozen Vegetables

December 9, 2019 from the OK:

Sprouts Sprouts Farmers Market, Phoenix, AZ 85054 has an unauthorized Use of OK Kosher Symbol:
The following products are being sold at Sprouts Farmers Market locations bearing an unauthorized OK symbol:


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=A7030

Pas Yisroel and Yoshon information on some Trader Joe's Baked Products

December 9, 2019 from Yoshon.com and confirmed by the OK:

December 6, 2019 from the COR Detroit:

October 6, 2019 from the OU August, 2019 OU Pas Yisroel List – 5780

September 26, 2016 reissued August 27, 2018 - from the COR Detroit, reissued September 23, 2019:

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A5651

Kashrut alert - Today's Temptations'

December 9, 2019 from the cRc:

In November 2015, Today's Temptations' cRc certification was terminated due to kashrus violations. Currently, there are Today's Temptation display racks that still bear the cRc symbol. An example was found at Prisco's Family Market in Aurora, IL. Today's Temptation products are not certified kosher. Corrective action is being taken.


Kashrus alert on Today’s Temptations, Biondillo’s, Papa Filin and Z Best

February 23, 2016 - From the cRc: Please be aware that certain packages of products under the following brands bear an unauthorized cRc logo.

The cRc does not presently certify any products under any of the companies listed above. Corrective actions are being taken.

The following revised kashrus alert is from the cRc on December 1, 2015.

Effective immediately, all items from Today’s Temptations, Biondillo`s Baking Company, Papa Filin and Z Best are no longer certified by the Chicago Rabbinical Council (cRc), due to kashrus violations.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A5239

Brazilian Kashrus alert - VITAO E DELAKASA

November 28, 2019 from the BDK (Beit Din Kashrut Sao Palo Bazil):

MORINGA DA PAZ: Os produtos foram retirados das nossas listas e não estão mais sob nossa supervisão. OS PRO

Translated by Google translate: MORINGA DA PAZ Products have been removed from our lists and are no longer under our supervision.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A7029

Israeli Insect Infestation Recall - Bruto Pasta imported by Shufersal

December 5, 2019 from health.gov.il

Shufersal wishes to inform its clients that due to concerns for the presence of tiny insects in some of the pasta products specified as follows, the public is requested not to consume those products. These insects have been found in several packages from the private label "Bruto" Italy, which is imported by Shufersal - according to the following specified barcodes.
As a safety precaution and in order to guarantee the quality and intactness of our products and a desire to provide our customers with the highest quality products, Shufersal is working to remove all the following manufacturer product series from the chain's shelves.

A full list of the products is here

The notification relates to all expiry dates up to and including the 09/2021 Please note that:

  1. Shufersal has updated the National Food Services of the Ministry of Health concerning the details of the notification.
  2. The company is working to remove all the products from the chain's shelves and is requesting the public not to consume them.
  3. Customers who have purchased these products may contact us for a refund.
  4. The public is welcome to contact the customer service center by telephone 1-800-68-68-68 or through the company's website, and the customer service representatives will be happy to assist.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A7028

Kashrut alert - 16 Handles, 428 3rd Ave NY, NY

December 5, 2019 from the Kosher GPS Twitter feed:

16 Handles located at 428 3rd Ave NY, NY 10016 is no longer certified by Rabbi Mehlman.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A7026
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