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Consumer Kashrut Alerts

B&G Gherkins Update & Quinoa Reminder

June 8, 2022 from the Star-K:

We have identified an additional lot of B&G Gherkins found to contain insect infestation. The lot codes are printed on the side of the lid.
Affected lots are:


These lots should not be used.

We have implemented additional oversight systems and procedures for the new harvest season. In the meantime, consumers of other lots currently on the market are advised to slice open each gherkin to check for possible infestation.

Refer to the photos to the left to see what you should be checking for.

QUINOA REMINDER: STAR-K recommends that ALL quinoa be checked prior to usage, even when there is a hechsher on the package. Infestation issues arise from improper storage, which is beyond the control of any hashgacha. Most recently, Ancient Harvest - Best by 06 29 23 - was found in the NY/NJ area to be highly infested.


Insect Infestation Alert: B&G Gherkins

March 13, 2022: from the Star-K:

Some lots of B&G Gherkins have been found to contain insect infestation. The lot codes are printed on the side of the lid.

The affected lots identified so far are:


These lots should not be used.

It is unclear at this time how many other lots may be affected. We will be sure to issue updated alerts as warranted.

In the meanwhile, consumers of other lots are advised to slice open each gherkin to check for possible infestation. Refer to the photo above to see what you should be checking for.

nyone discovering infestation in a lot not referenced above is requested to immediately contact info@star-k.org and share the lot number and Best By information noted on the lid. Attaching a photograph would also be very helpful.

Corrective measures are being implemented to avoid this problem in the future.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A8010

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