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Consumer Kashrut Alerts

The Latest on the Dairy Status of Oreo Sandwich Cookies

February 11, 2025 from the OU in response to a question from a reader; List dated September 19, 2024:

At the present time the following Oreo Sandwich Cookies do not contain dairy ingredients, although they are manufactured on dairy equipment:

What does DE mean? A DE product does do not contain actual dairy ingredients, but it is manufactured with heat on dairy equipment. DE items may be eaten after meat, but not with meat at the same time.

Many products qualify to be DE but are labeled OUD because OUD is a less confusing symbol for the kosher consumer. Also, to be a true DE product, the equipment must be properly cleaned of residue after dairy production, and that level of cleanliness is sometimes difficult to maintain and guarantee.

Please note that it is possible that the manufacturer will reformulate this product and add a true dairy ingredient. You will not be able to know this, since the OUD kosher symbol will remain the same. We recommend that you contact our office every few months to reconfirm the DE status of this product.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A9163

REMINDERS FOR TU B’SHVAT SHOPPERS - 2025/5785

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The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A9155

Jack and the Green Sprouts Recalls Expired Alfalfa Sprouts Because of Possible Health Risk

February 7, 2025 from the FDA:

Jack and the Green Sprouts, Inc. of River Falls, WI is recalling 5oz packages of Alfalfa sprouts that expired on 1/29/25 because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

The produce was sold in MN, WI and Iowa at grocery store and local Co-ops.

The product comes in a 5oz, clear plastic package marked with lot #687 UPC #763247198915 on the top.

The potential for contamination was noted after routine testing by the State of MN which revealed the presence of Listeria monocytogenes in expired 5oz package Alfalfa sprouts. Even though Jack and the Green Sprout’s tests from an independent lab had negative results confirmed on spent irrigation water & finished Product for the Alfalfa Lot #687 before release.

Out of an abundance of caution if consumers still have these expired 5oz packages of Alfalfa sprouts Lot #687 are urged to discard them. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 715-425-9495, 8:00-2:00, Monday thru Fridays.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A9162

Tri-Union Seafoods Issues Recall of Select Genova®, Van Camp's®, H-E-B and Trader Joe's® Tuna Cans Due to Clostridium Botulinum Risk

February 7, 2025 from PR Newswire and the FDA:

Tri-Union Seafoods has made the decision to voluntarily recall select lots of canned tuna products sold under the Genova®, Van Camp's®, H-E-B and Trader Joe's brand names. This voluntary recall is out of an abundance of caution following the notification from our supplier that the "easy open" pull tab can lid on limited products encountered a manufacturing defect that may compromise the integrity of the product seal (especially over time), causing it to leak, or worse, be contaminated with clostridium botulinum, a potentially fatal form of food poisoning. Consumers are warned not to use the product even if it does not look or smell spoiled. Consumers feeling unwell should seek immediate medical attention. No illnesses associated with the recalled products have been reported and the recall is being conducted to ensure consumer safety.

The impacted products were distributed to retail stores as follows:


Recalled products include specific can codes and Best if Used By dates indicated on the bottom of the cans, and UPC numbers listed below.

If you have a recalled tuna can, please return it to the retailer for a full refund, throw it away, or contact Tri-Union Seafoods directly for a retrieval kit and a coupon for a replacement product. Consumers can contact Tri-Union Seafoods at support@thaiunionhelp.zendesk.com or 833-374-0171, if they have any questions or to request replacement product. The toll-free number hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00 a

Tri-Union Seafoods advises that consumers in possession of any product with the below Lot Codes should dispose of the product.
A full list of recalled products can be found here.:

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Kosher Beverage Information:

February 7, 2025 from the OU and Pepsi

Kashrut.com Recommended Soda & Beverage List is here.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A9160

OU Kosher Alert Member's Selection Creamy Ranch Dressing

February 6, 2025 from the OU:

Member's Selection Creamy Ranch Dressing, PRICEMART Inc., San Diago CA has a missing D - Dairy Designation.
The Orthodox Union certifies Member's Selection as an OU D - Dairy product. This product contains dairy as indicated in the ingredients list. Some labels were printed with a plain OU without the D - Dairy designation. This product is sold mostly in Latin America. Corrective actions are being implemented.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A9159

Turkana Food Inc. Recalls Aleppo Tahini Sesame Paste 1lb (16oz) Because of Possible Health Risk

February 6, 2025 from the FDA:

Turkana Food Inc. Kenilworth, NJ is recalling 858 cases OF Aleppo Tahini Sesame Paste because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

The Recalled Aleppo Tahini Sesame Paste was distributed in the states of FL, KY, VA, NY, NJ, TN, MA, TX, Il, IN, MI, RI, PA, NC, MD, VA, OH, AL, MO, CA.

The Recalled 1lb (16oz plastic jar Brand name Aleppo Sesame Paste Tahini. The product packaging is a 16oz plastic jar with a gold lid and gold label marked Aleppo Sesame Paste Tahini.
LOT# 120824-01 can be found on the top portion of the jar.
UPC Label 854643003054 marked by a sticker on the side of the jar.
Expiration Date August 2026, which can be found on the top portion of the jar.
No reported illnesses have been confirmed as of 02/05/2025.

The recall was the result of a routine sampling performed by the Ohio Department of Agriculture which revealed that the finished products contained Salmonella. The company has ceased production and distribution of the products as FDA and the company continue their investigation to what caused the problem. Consumers who purchased Aleppo Sesame Paste Tahini With lot code 120824-01 should not consume the product and they are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Consumers with questions may contact Turkana Foods Inc. 908-810-8800 Or email info@turkanafood.com Monday – Friday 8am – 6pm EST.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A9158

Kashrut Alert: Öncü "Salata Sosu" Salad Dressing

February 6, 2025 from Star-K:

Bottles of of Öncü brand "Salata Sosu" salad dressing, manufactured in Turkey by Acemoğlu Gıda, were found in a kosher grocery store in London bearing an unauthorized STAR-K symbol. Corrective action is being taken.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A9154

South African Kosher Alerts February 2025

February 8, 2025: From South African Beth Din:

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A9157

Atlanta Kashrut Alerts: Ali’s Cookies JF and Pizzaly Atlanta

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A9156
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