The following South African kashrus alert is from the Beth Din of Johannesburg on January 30, 2015.
Finn Crisp is no longer approved by the Beth Din.
The following South African kashrus alert is from the Beth Din of Johannesburg on January 30, 2015.
McCains Broccoli erroneously bears a Beth Din logo. This product is not certified as kosher.
The following British kashrus alert is from the London Beth Din on February 2, 2015.
The following Dr Oetker products listed on p.33 and 74 of The Really Jewish Food Guide 2014 are no longer approved due to lack of up to date information. Old stock may be used up.
The following wheat and almond allergy alert is from the FDA on January 30, 2015.
SOLE GRANO LLC of Fair Lawn, NJ is recalling its 12 oz. Fairway - Like No Other Market Organic Cranberry Low Fat Granola, because it may contain undeclared almond and wheat allergens.
Fairway – Like No Other Market Organic Cranberry Low Fat Granola was sold at fifteen Fairway Stores in New Jersey, Connecticut and New York.
The product is sold in clear plastic 12 oz. containers labeled as Fairway – Like No Other Market Organic Cranberry Low Fat Granola with UPC Code 758940600155 and the following Lot # and Expiration Dates printed on the labels on the side of the products:
The following health alert is from the FDA on January 30, 2015.
Whole Foods Market is recalling packaged raw macadamia nuts due to possible Salmonella contamination.
The product was labeled as "Whole Foods Market Raw Macadamia Nuts" and was packaged in 5.6 oz. plastic tubs. The recalled products have sell-by dates of 4/22/15, 5/4/15 and 5/6/15 and a UPC code of 7-23055-21415-3. The recalled product was distributed to Whole Foods Market, Greenlife Grocery, and Harry’s Farmers Market stores in AL, GA, MS, NC, SC and TN.
Based upon routine testing conducted by an FDA-contracted laboratory, it was determined that the raw macadamia nuts products tested positive for Salmonella.
Customers who have purchased this product at Whole Foods Market, Greenlife Grocery or Harry’s Farmers Market stores in the affected states should discard it and may bring in their receipt for a full refund.
Consumers with questions may contact Whole Foods Market Customer Service, 512-477-5566 ext. 20060 Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm CDT.
The following kashrus alert is from OK Kosher Certification on February 2, 2015.
Please be advised that as of the 30th of January 2015/10 Shvat 5775, YOHAY BAKING COMPANY (146 Albany Avenue, Lindenhurst, NY 11757) is no longer certified by OK KOSHER CERTIFICATION.
The following peanut allergy alert is from the FDA on February 2, 2015.
The Spice Mill of Manchester, CT is voluntarily recalling ground cumin and Cajun Seasoning products because they may contain undeclared peanut proteins.
The product is sold at local markets in CT and through The Spice Mill's website and retail store in Manchester, CT.
This recall affects the following products:
| Consumer UPC # | Size (Net wt.) | Description | Best By Date | Lot # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 811267012008 | 2.75 oz. | Ground Cumin | 11/16, 12/16, 1/17 | 55996 |
| 811267011735 | 4 oz. | Cajun Seasoning | 12/16,1/17 | 1432421 |
These products were packaged in November, December and January and are packaged in plastic bottles with a black flip-top lid. The Lot number is printed directly on the bottle in black ink.
This recall was initiated after it was discovered that ingredients from a single supplier used in the affected products were contaminated with peanut proteins. This allergen was not declared on the products' ingredient statement.
Consumers who have purchased the recalled products are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact The Spice Mill at 860-645-3853 from 9am to 5pm EST Monday-Friday, or email at info@espicemill.com for additional information.
The following kashrus alert is from the MK on January 29, 2015 with additional information from the OU on February 13, 2015.
Please be advised that although Abulafia Pita products can still be found in stores with the MK registered trademark, these products are not certified by the MK. Should you see these products, please advise the MK immediately. Further action is being taken.
From the OU: Abufila Pita products are certified by the OU when bearing the OU.
The following kashrus alert is from the MK on August 15, 2014.
Please be advised that Abulafia pita products Is no longer certified by the MK with immediate effect.
The following milk allergy alert is from the FDA on January 30,2015.
Flowers Foods, Thomasville, GA is voluntarily recalling Market Basket Fork Split 6 count Original English Muffins with the UPC code 0 49705 82137 4 and best by dates of November 27, 2014 through February 6, 2015 because they contain undeclared milk.
The recalled product was distributed through Market Basket Supermarkets in Massachusetts, Maine, and New Hampshire.
The recall was initiated after Flowers discovered that product containing milk was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of milk.
Flowers has alerted Market Basket, which has removed this product from its stores. Flowers is recovering the product involved to ensure the continued safety of those consumers who may be impacted by this issue. The recall is being made with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The company also has reported the recall to FARE (Food Allergy Research & Education).
Consumers who have purchased Market Basket Fork Split 6 count Original English Muffins with the UPC and dates noted are urged to return it to a Market Basket Supermarket for product replacement or refund. No other Market Basket brand products are included in this recall.
Consumers with questions may call Flowers’ Consumer Relations Center at 1-866-245-8921. The center is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern. Consumers also may contact the center via e-mail by visiting the Contact Us page at www.flowersfoods.com.
Ed. note: The product bears a KVH-D designation.
The following health alert is from the FDA on January 30,2015.
Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Gary W. Black is alerting Georgians to the recall of certain pecan products for potential health risk. The products were distributed only in the State of Georgia, directly to consumers at the retail level from the Stone Mountain Pecan Company, located in Monroe.
The Stone Mountain Pecan Company is recalling 540 packages of the “Pecanettes” sold in 8-ounce packages, because the product has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
Based upon random sampling conducted by the GDA, it was determined the “Pecanettes” products tested positive for Salmonella. The products were sold in 8-ounce clear plastic packages, Lot code 4032A, with a “sell by date” of 12/30/15.
At this time, Pecanettes with lot number 4032A are the only products affected by this recall. To date, there have been no reports of illnesses associated with this recall.
Consumers who have purchased the Pecanettes are encouraged to return the product for a full refund. Consumers with questions or concerns may contact the company at 770-207-6486 between the hours of 8 a.m.-4 p.m. (EST), Monday through Friday.
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