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Kosher Alert Monarch Chocolate

January 15, 2018 - From the OU:

Monarch Dark Chocolate; Milk Chocolate, Monarch Gourmet aka Hazelton's, Toronto CA has an unauthorized OU:
The Orthodox Union does not certify Monarch Chocolates. This product is sold by Hazelton's in Toronto and bears an unauthorized OU symbol. Corrective actions are being implemented.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: http://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A6702

Kashrut Alert - MIA FOODS

January 15, 2019 - From the MK:

Please be advised that due to a change in the production process MIA FOODS is currently not certified as kosher. Updates will be sent out when available.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: http://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A6701

Kosher Alert Skinnygirl Gummies

November 5, 2018 from the OU:

Skinnygirl Gummies, Rivo USA, Las Vegas NV has an unauthorized OU:
The Orthodox Union does not certify Skinnygirl Gummies. Some Skinnygirl Gummies packages are labeled with an unauthorized OU mark. Corrective actions are being implemented.

Ed. note on January 14, 2019: I am reposting this since a reader spotted the product is on the shelves at the Burlington Coat Factory.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: http://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A6626

Kashrut Alert - Thrive Market

December 20, 2018 - from the OK:

Thrive Market Beef Gelatin, Thrive Market, Marina Del Rey, CA 90292 has an UNAUTHORIZED USE OF OK KOSHER SYMBOL:
Thrive Market Beef Gelatin bears an unauthorized OK symbol on the packaging. This product is NOT certified by OK Kosher Certification. Corrective actions are being taken.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: http://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A6700

Insect infestation alert for Amira Soft Wheat

January 9, 2019 - From the MK:

The MK wishes to inform the public that the following products:
Soft Wheat made for Amira has been found to be infested.

From the COR Detroit on how to check grains for infestation:
Shake the dry the grains in a strainer over a white surface (not plastic, which creates a shine and static) and check the surface for any infestation. Or place a small pile of the grains - about two ounces at a time - on a white paper plate (not plastic) with a very good overhead light that illuminates the plate. Use a finger or a fork to drag a small amount of the grains away from the pile, spreading those grains in a single layer. Visually inspect the spread-apart grains, looking for webbing, black insects and white or tan worms between or under the kernels. Repeat this until the entire pile has been checked. Then do the same for the rest of the grains in the package. After checking, it is advisable to thoroughly rinse before use. Consumers who store barley or other grains for extended amounts of time are advised to store these products in the refrigerator or freezer in order to prevent infestation.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: http://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A6698

Shamrock Farms Issues Voluntary Recall of 2% Reduced Fat Vanilla Half Gallon Milk Due to Undeclared Almonds

January 4, 2019 from FDA:

Shamrock Farms of Phoenix, Arizona is issuing a voluntary recall of Shamrock Farms 2% Reduced Fat Vanilla Half Gallon Milk with Best Before Date 3/16/2019. The recall comes after a product retain of Shamrock Farms 2% Reduced Fat Vanilla Half Gallon Milk with Use By 03/16/19 Time Stamp 08:18-11:13 04-05 #1, tested positive for an undeclared tree nut (almond) allergen.
The undeclared allergen is due to cross-contact with an almond-contained product in the production facility, and was discovered in retained samples during testing.
The product was shipped to retail and distributor customers throughout Arizona.


Product Name		UPC CodeBest Before DateLot Code
Shamrock Farms 2%
Reduced Fat Vanilla
Half Gallon Milk		0-28300-01228-8
 		Best Before Date of March 16, 2019Use By 03/16/19
Time Stamp 08:1811:13
04-05 #1 
 

Anyone who has the recalled product in their possession should not consume it. The product should be disposed of immediately or returned to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Shamrock Farms toll-free number at 1-888-HIROXIE, Monday through Friday from 9:00am – 5:00pm Mountain Standard Time or visit its website at www.shamrockfarms.net

The previous item can be cited with the URL: http://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A6697

Insect Infestaion alert - from KROGER PEARLED BARLEY

Janary 4, 2019 from the COR Detroit:

KROGER brand PEARLED BARLEY with Sell By date JUL 06 19, which is currently being sold in local Kroger stores, has been found to be infested, and should not be used without checking the product carefully. Shake the dry barley in a strainer over a white surface (not plastic, which creates a shine and static) and check the surface for any infestation. Or place a small pile of barley - about two ounces at a time - on a white paper plate (not plastic) with a very good overhead light that illuminates the plate. Use a finger or a fork to drag a small amount of barley away from the pile, spreading that barley in a single layer. Visually inspect the spread-apart barley, looking for webbing, black insects and white or tan worms between or under the kernels. Repeat this until the entire pile has been checked. Then do the same for the rest of the barley in the package. After checking, it is advisable to thoroughly rinse before use. Consumers who store barley or other grains for extended amounts of time are advised to store these products in the refrigerator or freezer in order to prevent infestation.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: http://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A6695

Kosher LA Advisory - SUPA Coffee

January 3, 2019 from the Kosher LA Instagram:

SUPA Coffee 1173 S Robertsons Blvd will no longer be Kosher certified as of 1/7/19
From SUPA owners: 'After careful and difficult consideration, we will no longer be continuing our kosher certification at our coffee shop for the foreseeable future."
"In order for us to survive, we have to make some necessary changes that will make it very difficult for us to stay kosher- i.e. adding various hot food, diversifying our pastry program, adding boba/premium teas."
"We really loved the experience of learning about the religion and practice'

The previous item can be cited with the URL: http://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A6694

Kosher Alert IN.POWER Organic Whey Powder

January 3, 2019 from the OU:

IN.POWER Organic Whey Powder, Calton Nutrition, North Venice FL has an unauthorized OU:
The Orthodox Union does not certify IN.POWER Organic Whey Powder. Some of their packaging bears an unauthorized OU symbol. Corrective actions are being implemented.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: http://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A6693

Kosher Alert ShopRite Trading Sparkling Grape Juice

January 2, 2019 from the OU:

ShopRite Trading Sparkling White Grape Juice UPC#411006102 and Sparkling Red Grape Juice UPC# 411006101, Wakefern - Keasbey has an unauthorized OU:
Due to a printing error ShopRite Trading White & Red Sparkling Grape Juice mistakenly bears the OU symbol. These products are not certified and are being withdrawn from the market.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: http://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A6691
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