The following healt alert is from the CDC on December 19, 2014 .
The CDC is investigating an outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes infections (listeriosis) linked to commercially produced, prepackaged caramel apples.
The information CDC has at this time indicates that commercially produced, prepackaged caramel apples may be contaminated with Listeria and may be causing this outbreak.
Investigators are working quickly to determine specific brands or types of commercially produced, prepackaged caramel apples that may be linked to illnesses and to identify the source of contamination.
The following Canadian kashrus alert is from the COR on December 18, 2014 .
Metro - Selection Butter Cookies Trio was inadvertently labeled without the "DAIRY" designation. This product is "DAIRY and kosher certified. Corrective action is being taken to ensure proper labeling.
The following Canadian kashrus alert is from the COR on December 17, 2014 .
Farmers Market FM Lemon Meringue Pie and FM Pecan Pie were inadvertently labelled without the "DAIRY" designation. These products are kosher DAIRY. :Corrective action is being taken to ensure proper labeling.
The following Canadian kashrus alert is from the COR on December 17, 2014 .
Rose and Robin Biscotti Collection was inadvertently labelled without the "DAIRY" designation. This product is kosher DAIRY. Corrective action is being taken to ensure proper labeling.
The following Brazilian kashrus alert is from the BKD on December 10, 2014 .
As embalagens dos sucos de uva NUTRI FAMILY e NUTRI KIDS, fabricados pela BRASIL CITRUS, foram indevidamente impressas com o selo de certificação BDK.
Ressaltamos que estes sucos de uva nunca foram certificados e que são totalmente proibidos para o consumo kosher.
Os sabores aprovados e certificados são: laranja, pêssego, abacaxi, maracujá e tangerina.
Translated by Google translate:
The packaging of grape juices and NUTRI NUTRI FAMILY KIDS, manufactured by BRAZIL CITRUS were wrongly printed with the certification seal BDK .
We emphasize that these grape juices were never certified and are totally prohibited for kosher consumption.
Approved and certified flavors are : orange , peach, pineapple , passion fruit and tangerine.
The following health alert is from the FDA on December 10, 2014 .
DASANI (R) PURIFIED WATER, 16.9 FL OZ (1.06 PT) 500 mL, BOTTLED BY A MEMBER OF THE COCA-COLA BOTTLERS' ASSOCIATION, ATLANTA, GA 30313, UPC 24pk- 2 4900003165 2 has been recalled because an equipment malfunction during production that may have led to the appearance of mold in some product.
DATE CODE/TIME STAMP OCT1915EHC3/1015 - 1115, OCT1915EHC3/1230 - 1330, OCT1915EHC3/2200 - 2300, OCT1915EHB3/0030 - 0130, OCT0515EHB3/1500 - 1600
The products were distributed in AL, GA, TN, FL
The following kashrus alert is from the OK Kosher Certification on March 13, 2014.
Please be advised that a limited amount of Pure Milk Chocolate Almonds and Dark Chocolate Almonds distributed by TERRAFINA, LLC (Bronx, NY) were mistakenly labeled with the OK kosher symbol. These products contain dairy ingredients as stipulated in the ingredient and allergen panels and one states milk in the product name.
BOTH PRODUCTS ARE DAIRY.
The following health alert is from the FDA on December 10, 2014 .
Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A., Inc. ("Del Monte Fresh") announced today the voluntary recall of fresh cut fruit containing Gala red apples grown in Pennsylvania. The affected product was distributed to a limited number of customers in a few States in North East US and is being recalled because these apples have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
A total of 3,051 consumer packages containing fresh cut red apples were distributed to Giant Eagle, Amazon Fresh, Sunoco, Peter’s Fruit, Wegmans, Sheetz and 7-Eleven and have “Best If Enjoyed By” dates of 12/3/14, 12/6/14, 12/7/14 and 12/8/14. The fresh cut red apples have a red color skin. The recalled fresh cut fruit packages containing red apples were distributed for sale in clear plastic containers with one of the following labels and markings:
| Finished Product Descriptor | Package size/Weight | BIUB | Retailer | Brand/Label * | Lot Number | Product Quantities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gala Apples | 12 oz | 12/8/2014 | Giant Eagle | Plain Transparent Label | 2332101 | 20 |
| Red Apple Slices | 12 oz | 12/7/2014 | Amazon | Del Monte | 2332101 | 6 |
| Pineapple Medley | 16 oz | 12/6/2014 | Giant Eagle | Farmer's Market - Giant Eagle | 2332101 | 156 |
| Pineapple Medley | 8 oz | 12/6/2014 | Giant Eagle | Farmer's Market - Giant Eagle | 2332101 | 114 |
| Apples/Grapes/Cheese | 7 oz | 12/6/2014 | Sunoco | Nature Made | 2332101 | 96 |
| Gala Apples | 12 oz | 12/8/2014 | Giant Eagle | Plain Transparent Label | 2332101 | 2 |
| Gourmet Bowl | 64 oz | 12/6/2014 | Giant Eagle | Plain Transparent Label | 2332101 | 4 |
| Pineapple Medley | 16 oz | 12/6/2014 | Giant Eagle | Del Monte | 2332101 | 6 |
| Pineapple Medley | 8 oz | 12/6/2014 | Giant Eagle | Del Monte | 2332101 | 4 |
| Snack Pack | 7 oz | 12/6/2014 | Giant Eagle | Farmer's Market - Giant Eagle | 2332101 | 14 |
| Gourmet Bowl | 40 oz | 12/6/2014 | Amazon | Del Monte | 2332101 | 3 |
| Red Apples/Grapes/ Cheese/ Dip | 7 oz | 12/6/2014 | Amazon | Nature Made | 2332101 | 6 |
| Gourmet Bowl | 64 oz | 12/6/2014 | Giant Eagle | Farmer's Market - Giant Eagle | 2332101 | 120 |
| Pineapple Medley | 32 oz | 12/6/2014 | Giant Eagle | Farmer's Market - Giant Eagle | 2332101 | 128 |
| Gourmet Fruit Bowl | 4 Lbs | 12/3/2014 | Wegmans | Wegmans | 2332101 | 78 |
| Gourmet Fruit Bowl | 4 Lbs | 12/3/2014 | Wegmans | Wegmans | 2332101 | 50 |
| Red Apple Gala | 12 oz | 12/8/2014 | Giant Eagle | Farmer's Market - Giant Eagle | 2332101 | 142 |
| Gourmet Bowl | 64 oz | 12/6/2014 | Giant Eagle | Farmer's Market - Giant Eagle | 2332101 | 60 |
| Pineapple Medley | 32 oz | 12/6/2014 | Giant Eagle | Farmer's Market - Giant Eagle | 2332101 | 80 |
| Pineapple Medley | 16 oz | 12/6/2014 | Giant Eagle | Farmer's Market - Giant Eagle | 2332101 | 4 |
| Pineapple Medley | 8 oz | 12/6/2014 | Giant Eagle | Farmer's Market - Giant Eagle | 2332101 | 140 |
| Harvest Blend | 4 oz | 12/6/2014 | 7-Eleven | 7-Eleven | 2332101 | 1200 |
Ed note: Some of the recalled products are not kosher. I tried to remove the non-kosher products, however I may not have removed all.
Consumers who believe that they are in possession of the fresh cut fruit containing the affected red apples should dispose of the product in an appropriate waste container. For any inquiries consumers may call 1-800-659-6500 (operating 24 hours a day) or email Del Monte Fresh at Contact-US-Executive-Office@freshdelmonte.com.
The following kashrus alert is from cRc on December 10, 2014.
Tostadas produced by Mission Foods in their Mexico facility are not certified kosher. Before purchasing Mission Foods tostadas, consumers should check the label to be sure that it's not produced in Mexico.
The following kashrus alert is from cRc on December 10, 2014.
It has come to our attention that there are bell peppers and possibly other fruits and vegetables from Israel being sold in various locations in the Chicagoland area.
Please remember that aside for taking the regular precautions of keeping the mitzvos of terumos and maser, this year one also needs to be conscious of the additional mitzvah of keeping Shemittah.
The following kashrus alert is from COR Detroit on December 5, 2014.
BELL PEPPERS FROM ISRAEL are now being sold locally at Meijer. Sunset loose red bell peppers bear a sticker that states Israel, and Sunset Organic Sweet Bell Peppers (2 count package of yellow and red, or orange and red) state Product of Israel on the package. These products have the status of Shemittah, and should not be purchased. If already purchased, consult your Rav.
Consumers should always be careful when buying produce to check the sticker, bag label or original case for the country of origin, due to issues of Shemittah, or of Terumos and Maaseros if it is not Shemittah product. Some additional examples of Israeli produce commonly found in the U.S. include tomatoes, citrus fruit, persimmons, pomelos, dates and parsley.
The following kashrus alert is from the KVH Twitter Feed on November 17, 2014.
HolyLand fresh produce appearing in Boston & greater N.E. area supermarkets. May have Kedushas Sheviis &/or may require tithing.
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