May 10, 2023 from cRc twitter:
Please be advised that Nature Blessed Sliced Strawberries (distributed by Coloma Frozen Foods - Coloma, MI) bear an unauthorized cRc logo. Corrective actions are being taken.
May 3, 2023: From the OU in respose to a question from the editor:
Durkee-Mower Marshmallow Fluff: Due to a printing error, the OU was left off. It is still 💯% kosher pareve
May 8, 2023: FDA:
As of May 5, 2023, a total of 9 outbreak-associated cases of hepatitis A have been reported from 3 states. Based on epidemiological data collected by CDC, 9/9 (100%) people who provided information about what they ate before becoming ill reported eating frozen organic strawberries.
California Splendor Recall: Kirkland Signature 4-lb. bag Frozen Organic Whole Strawberries in certain states with specific lot codes.
Scenic Fruit Recall: frozen organic strawberries with the following brand names and Best By Dates distributed to specific states:
California Splendor supplied recalled product to Costco stores in Los Angeles and Hawaii, and to two San Diego business centers. Scenic Fruit supplied recalled product to Costco, Aldi, KeHE, Vital Choice Seafood, and PCC Community Markets in specific states, and to Trader Joe’s nationwide.
March 22, 2023 from ealert
"The FDA has determined that the frozen organic strawberries linked to a current outbreak of Hepatitis A virus infections in the state of Washington originated on certain farms in Baja California (Mexico). The outbreak strain is identical to the strain of Hepatitis A that was responsible for a 2022 outbreak, that was linked to fresh organic strawberries grown in Baja California."
information from the CDC is here
On March 17, 2023, the retailer, Meijer, also issued press to voluntarily recall Made-WithExternal Link Disclaimer brand frozen organic strawberries from certain market store locations.
This is not an exhaustive list of products or stores. FDA is continuing to work with the firms to identify potential additional product information.
March 16, 2023 from the FDA:
Scenic Fruit Company of Gresham, Oregon is recalling frozen Organic Strawberries sold to Costco, Aldi, KeHE, Vital Choice Seafood, PCC Community Markets and frozen Organic Tropical Fruit Blend sold to Trader Joe’s due to an outbreak of Hepatitis A illnesses.
The following products are subject to this recall. The lot codes and best by dates are found on the back of each bag (see attached pictures below):
| Brand Name | Product Name | Net Wt. | UPC | Best By Dates Best If Use Dates Best Before Date |
Distributed in States |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Simply Nature | Organic Strawberries | 24 oz. | 4099100256222 | 6/14/2024 | California, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin. |
| Vital Choice | Organic Strawberries | 16 oz. | 834297005024 | 5/20/2024 | Washington |
| Kirkland Signature | Organic Strawberries | 4 lbs. | 96619140404 | 10/8/2024 | Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Utah, Washington. |
| Made With | Organic Strawberries | 10 oz. | 814343021390 | 11/20/2024 | Illinois, Maryland |
| PCC Community Markets |
Organic Strawberries | 32 oz. | 22827109469 | 29/10/2024 | Washington |
| Trader Joe's | Organic Tropical Fruit Blend Pineapple, Bananas, Strawberries & Mango |
16 oz | 00511919 | 04/25/24 05/12/24 05/23/24 05/30/24 06/07/24 |
Nationwide |
Link to CDC information: Outbreak of Hepatitis A Virus Infections Linked to Frozen Organic Strawberries is here
CDC, state public health and regulatory officials, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration are investigating an outbreak of hepatitis A linked to frozen organic strawberries imported from certain farms located in Baja California, Mexico, by a common supplier. Frozen organic strawberries may be sold to a variety of retailers under multiple brand labels. Traceback and epidemiological investigations show that people with outbreak-associated cases in Washington purchased the same retail brand of frozen organic strawberries prior to becoming ill.
May 8, 2023 from the MKC (Massachusetts Kosher Commission)
An very rare error took place regarding a candy item packed by a third party vendor sold by Pierce Bros. Coffee. Picture attached. This is not under hechsher. All their coffee remains kosher under our supervision. The unauthorized item has been removed from inventory and should have been removed from most store shelves by now.
People return the product to the store that they purchased it.
April 27, 2023 from the Efoodalert.com:
Memetok Kinachim LtdZ recalls Mousse duet – pareve (85g; All expiration dates up to and including 20/06/23), Chocolate mousse – pareve (80g; All expiration dates up to and including 20/06/23), and Bavarian – pareve (80g; All expiration dates up to and including 20/06/23) due to undeclared fish.
May 3, 2023 from the FDA:
Rushdi Food Industries, an Israeli based manufacturer, is voluntarily recalling their Mighty Sesame 10.9 Oz Organic Tahini (Squeezable) with the specific expiration date of 9/25/23 due t0 potential Salmonella contamination.
Only packages bearing the following Lot Code/Best by date are being recalled at this time. All products other than the ones with the affected Best by Date mentioned in the table are ok to consume.
|
UPC Code |
Description |
Expiration Date |
|---|---|---|
| 858313006208 | Mighty Sesame 10.9 Oz Organic Tahini (Squeezable) | 9/25/23 |
The recalled product was distributed to stores predominately located in the New York, New Jersey and Connecticut regions as well as some stores nationwide during the weeks of February 23rd, 2023 through March 5th, 2023. Based off of sales velocity, there is an extremely low chance that any of the affected product would still be available for retail. All products other than the ones with the affected Best by Date mentioned in the table are ok to consume.
Consumers who may have purchased this product are advised to discontinue use immediately and discard or return the product for credit or refund. If a consumer experiences the symptoms listed above and believes they may have been exposed to Salmonella, they are urged to report to a medical provider.
Consumers who have questions may contact us at Customercare@kayco.com or by phone at 718-369-4600 Monday through Friday 9 AM to 5PM Eastern Time.
May 4, 2023 from the FDA:
Frito-Lay today issued a voluntary recall of a limited number – 146 bags – of 13 oz. and 15 5/8 oz. of Lay’s Classic Potato Chips that may contain undeclared milk ingredients from sour cream and onion potato chips. The recall is the result of an investigation following a consumer complaint. Those with an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume product contained inside the recalled bags.
|
Product Description |
Size |
UPC |
Code Date & Manufacturing Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lay’s Classic Party Size Potato Chips |
13 oz. (368.5 g) |
028400310413 | Must have both Guaranteed Fresh 18 Jul 2023 766310622 And any one of these Manufacturing Codes 105 04:55 105 04:56 105 04:57 105 04:58 105 04:59 105 05:00 105 05:01 105 05:02 |
| Lay’s Classic Mix and Match Potato Chips |
15 5/8 oz (442.9 g) | 0028400720151 | Must have both Guaranteed Fresh 18 Jul 2023 766310618 And any one of these Manufacturing Codes 105 04:55 105 04:56 105 04:57 105 04:58 105 04:59 105 05:00 105 05:01 105 05:02 |
The products were distributed to grocery, club and convenience stores in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire, and consumers would have been able to purchase them as early as April 16, 2023.
No other Lay’s products, flavors, sizes or variety packs are recalled.
Consumers with the product described below can contact Frito-Lay Consumer Relations at 1-800-352-4477 (9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. CST, Monday-Friday).
May 3, 2023 from the CFIA:
Product: Curly Parsley
Issue: Food - Microbial Contamination - Salmonella
What to do: Do not consume, use, sell, serve, or distribute recalled products
0 |
Brand |
Product |
Size |
UPC |
Codes |
Distribution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 |
Trudeau Farms |
Curly parsley |
160 g |
0 68567 12520 8 |
All bunches sold from April 24 to May 3, 2023 inclusively |
Sold at: Provigo and Maxi retail stores in Quebec |
April 29, 2023 from the FDA:
Schnuck Markets, Inc. has issued an allergy alert due to a mislabel on select containers of Culinaria Nut Mixes. The products may have mislabeled packaging, and the Culinaria Cashew & Macadamia mix may contain almonds, which is an allergen for some people. Due to the mislabel, the Culinaria Cashew & Almond Mix may not contain the correct ingredients listed on the package.
Schnucks customers are urged to check for:
Culinaria Cashew & Macadamia Mix 9 oz.
UPC: 4131822428
Best by date: 2/02/25
Lot Code: 3033 A9
Culinaria Cashew & Almond Mix 9 oz.
UPC: 4131822423
Best by date: 2/02/25
Lot Code: 3033 A9
Affected products may be returned to the nearest Schnucks store for a full refund or exchange. Customers with questions may contact the Schnucks Customer Care team at 314-994-4400 or 1-800-264-4400.
April 27, 2023 from the Efoodalert.com:
Ashbul Factory Ltd. recalls several products due to undeclared gluten. See below for a list of products in English. Aler has the Hebrew. a
Text of alert is here
Translated by Google translate:
The Ashbul Factory Ltd. calls for the return of the product(s):
XL fruit-flavored cereal multi-rings (600 g or in a 420 g package)
In an inspection conducted by the Food Service of the Central District Health Bureau, following consumer complaints, A discrepancy was found between the statement on the front of the product and the list of ingredients and the allergen statement on the back of the package.
The following products do not contain wheat and oats but may contain gluten. It is important to note, the products themselves are normal and fit to eat.
Consumers who are allergic to gluten and the other allergens listed on the product label are asked not to consume them.
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