The following kashrus notice is from the Denver Vaad, RCC and the cRc revised on May 6, 2015.
Bagged PREWASHED Iceberg lettuce is once again acceptable without certification.
The Star-K siad these PREWASHED Iceberg Lettuce requires a hecksher.
The following health alert is from JohnSanfillipo on May 1, 2015.
John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. (JBSS) announced today that it is voluntarily recalling Fisher brand chopped walnuts packaged in 10 ounce plastic bags because some of these products may be contaminated with Salmonella.
Consumers who have recently purchased the items with the BEST BY DATES listed in the table below at retail stores located nationwide and in Puerto Rico should not consume this product and should return it to the store of purchase for a full refund or replacement. The BEST BY DATES can be found on the back of the bags
| JBSS Item | Code | UPC# | BRAND | UNIR WT | UMM | BEST BY DATE |
| P03004 | 070690 02365 8 | Fisher | Chopped Walnuts | 10 | oz | 03/23/16 HC1 |
| P03004 | 070690 02365 8 | Fisher | Chopped Walnuts | 10 | oz | 03/23/16 HC2 |
Consumers or customers who have questions about the above recall may contact John B. Sanfilippo and Son, Inc. Customer Service toll-free at (800) 874-8734 Monday through Friday from 8:15 AM to 5:15 PM Central Time.
The following kashrus alert is from the Kof-K on April 28, 2015.
Bimbo Bakeries USA will be discontinuingcertification of the Bimbo Brand White and Wheat breads in the Southwest UnitedStates (items bearing the KOF-K are still certified).
The Bimbo Bakeries USA Consumer services number is1-800-984-0989
The following health alert is from the FDA on May 1, 2015.
Sun Rich Fresh Foods Inc. of Richmond, BC, Canada is voluntarily recalling sliced apple and products containing sliced apples, from its Northeast Fresh Facility located in Brampton, ON, Canada because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Apple slices and products containing sliced apples were distributed to IL, IN, KY, MI, MN, MO, ND, OH, WI and WV through retail stores, distributors and food service establishments. The recall is limited to product produced out of the Brampton, ON Canada facility which is identified by a 7 digit numerical lot code that begins with the number 2.
| Brand | Product | Size | Package Description | UPC | Lot Code | Best Before Date (up to and including) |
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| Sun Rich | Apple Slices with Dip | 6x6oz (170g) | Parfait Cup | 060243004647 | 2510041 | 2015 MA 15 |
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| Sun Rich | Apple Slices | 4x3lb, 2x3lb | Bag in a Box | 060243004586 | 2510041 | 2015 MA 17 |
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| Sun Rich | Apple Slices | 100x2oz, 24x2oz, (57g) | Bags | a060243004531 | 2510041 | 2015 MA 17 |
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| Sun Rich | Apple Slices | 3lb | Bag in Box | 060243005088 | 2512041 | 2015 MA 17 |
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| Sun Rich | Apple Slices | 3lb | Bag in Box | 060243012932 | 2510041 | 2015 MA 16 |
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| Subway | Apple Slices | 2.4oz (68g) | Bags | 30825146031272 | 2510041 | 2015 MA 14 |
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| Sun Rich | Sunshine Salad | 10lb | Boxed Kit | 060243012963 | 2513041 | 2015 MA 12 |
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The voluntary recall was the result of an abundance of caution by Sun Rich following a routine sampling program by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) which revealed that the finished products possibly contained the bacteria.
Check to see if you have recalled products in your home or establishment. Recalled products should be thrown out or returned to the location where they were purchased. Customers have been contacted with regards to handling of affected product. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-800-661-0087 between the hours of 8am – 7pm EST Monday thru Sunday.
The following health alert is from the CFIA on March 22, 2015.
Sun Rich Fresh Foods Inc. is recalling sliced apples and products containing sliced apples produced in its Brampton, Ontario facility from the marketplace due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Consumers should not consume and distributors, retailers and food service establishments such as hotels, restaurants, cafeterias, hospitals and nursing homes should not sell or use the recalled products described below.
| Brand Name | Common Name | Size | UPC | Additional Info |
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| Sun Rich | Apple Slices | 57 g | 0 60243 00453 1 | Best Before (up to and including)
2015 MA 17 |
| Sun Rich | Apple Slices | 3 lb | 0 60243 00508 8 | Best Before (up to and including)
2015 MA 17 |
| Sun Rich | Apple Slices | 595 g | 0 60243 01239 0 | Best Before (up to and including)
2015 MA 17 |
| Sun Rich | Apple Slices | 3 lb | 0 60243 00458 6 | Best Before (up to and including) 2015 MA 17 |
| Sun Rich | Apple Slices | 3 lb | 0 60243 00509 5 | Best Before (up to and including) 2015 MA 17 |
| Sun Rich | Fruit Medley | 1.05 kg | 0 60243 01150 8 | Best Before (up to and including) 2015 MA 04 |
| Sun Rich | Waldorf Salad Kit | 10 lbs | 0 60243 01295 6 | Best Before (up to and including) 2015 MA 10 |
| Sun Rich | Apple Slices | 57 g | 0 60243 01359 5 | Best Before (up to and including) 2015 MA 17 |
| Sun Rich | Apple Slices with Grapes | 57 g | 0 60243 01406 6 | Best Before (up to and including) 2015 MA 04 |
| Shoppers Drug Mart | Apples and Grapes | 284 g | 0 60243 01398 4 | Best Before (up to and including) 2015 MA 01 |
| Starbucks | Starbucks Seasonal Fruit Salad | 170 g | 7 62111 93198 6 | Best Before (up to and including) 2015 MA 02 |
| Subway | Apples | 68 g | 8 25146 01418 3 | Best Before (up to and including) 2015 MA 14 |
The following British kashrus notice is from the London Beth Din on May 1, 2015.
The following products are no longer approved due to lack of up to date information and should therefore not be used:
Gilberts Products listed on p.78 are no longer KLBD.
The following kashrus alert is from a newspaper advertisement with information from the Star-K and OU posted on May 1, 2015.
Brooklyn Frozen Pizza Dough made by Bell Bakery, Troy Ave, Brooklyn, NY, both white and whole wheat is not certified even when bearing the Star-K.
From the OU: Bagels By Bell, Foster Ave, Brooklyn, NY is certified by the OU.
The following kashrus alert is from a newspaper advertisement with information from the Star-K and OU posted on May 1, 2015.
Brooklyn Frozen Pizza Dough made by Bell Bakery, Troy Ave, Brooklyn, NY, both white and whole wheat is not certified even when bearing the Star-K.
From the OU: Bagels By Bell, Foster Ave, Brooklyn, NY is certified by the OU.
The following kashrus advisory is from the Rabbi Shain with information from the OU on April 30, 2015.
Please be aware that Friendly farms Vanilla Almond milk comes in both OU and OU-D, based on where it was processed. Check each package for the kosher status.
The following mustard allergy alert is from the CFIA on April 29, 2015.
Lazar Gourmet Foods has recalled the following product distibuted in Ontario because of undeclared mustard.
| Brand Name | Common Name | Size | Code(s) on Product | UPC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lazar Gourmet Foods | Beef Samosas | 400 g | 0425C | 7 79283 10269 4 |
The following kashrus alert is from the Chicago Rabbinical Council November 3, 2014 and reissued on April 28, 2015.
Please be aware that Café Latte Toffee and Caramel Macchiato Toffee under the Walgreens brand was labeled with a plain cRc logo.
Both products are indeed dairy (Cholov Stam) as indicated on the ingredients and allergen statement.
Future labels are being revised.
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