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Shmita Alert: Grape Juice sold in the Baltimore area( and elsewhere)

March 24, 2023: From the Baltimore Jewish Life:

"Consumers should be aware that some grape juice being sold locally with this label was produced during Shmitah using Heter Mechira."

Editor's note: If you purchased the produuct check with your rabbi as to how to handlle it.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A8449

Perfection Bakeries, d/b/a/ Aunt Millie’s Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Sesame in “Our Family Hot Dog Buns 8 Ct.

March 22, 2023 from the FDA:

Perfection Bakeries D/B/A Aunt Millie’s of Fort Wayne, IN. is recalling 8 ct. packages of Our Family® White Hot Dog Buns because they may contain undeclared sesame. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to sesame run the risk of serious or life- threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

The recalled “Our Family Hot Dog Buns 8 ct.” were distributed in retail stores in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois.

The product comes in a printed plastic package marked with “Our Family Hot Dog Buns 8 ct.” on the top and has a blue twist tie. The product UPC is 0-70253-75107-3, and include Best By Dates 4-9-2023 and earlier. One reaction has been reported to date in connection with this recall.

The recall was initiated after it was discovered the sesame-containing product was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of sesame. Production of the product has been suspended until the FDA and Aunt Millie’s complete their investigation and are certain the market has been cleared of any incorrect packaging.

Consumers who have purchased "Our Family Hot Dog Buns 8 ct." are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Any consumer who believes they are experiencing symptoms of an allergic reaction should seek immediate medical attention. Those with questions may contact Aunt Millie’s at 1-800-995-8245 Ext. 276 between 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. EST.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A8448

Second Nature Brands Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Wheat in Gluten Free Reese’s Pieces Brownie Brittle

March 23, 2023 from the FDA:

Second Nature Brands of Madison Heights, MI, is recalling its 4-ounce packages of Gluten Free Reese’s Pieces Brownie Brittle because they may contain undeclared wheat.

People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to wheat run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

The recalled Gluten Free Reese’s Pieces Brownie Brittle were distributed nationwide in retail stores and through online orders.

The product comes in a 4-ounce pouch UPC 711747011562 marked with lot codes SG 1054 15/NOV/2023 1S and SG 1054 15/NOV/2023 2S on the backside of pouch.

The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the gluten-containing product was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of wheat. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by cross-contamination at a co-manufacturer, resulting in undeclared wheat in the product.

Consumers who have purchased 4-ounce packages of Gluten Free Reese’s Pieces Brownie Brittle with lot codes SG 1054 15/NOV/2023 1S and SG 1054 15/NOV/2023 2S should not consume the product and should contact Brownie Brittle for a full refund.

Consumers may contact the company by calling at (800) 651-7263 Monday-Friday from 8:30AM - 5:00PM EST or via email at "recall@browniebrittle.com.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A8447

Outbreak of Hepatitis A Virus Infections Linked to Frozen Organic Strawberries

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


Scenic Fruit Company Recalls Frozen Organic Strawberries and Frozen Organic Tropical Fruit Blend Because of Possible Health Risk

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.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A8437

Israeli Milk Allergy Alert: Bernoulli Bakery Boutique brand Parmesan crackers

March 22, 2023 from the Efoodalert.com:

Davidov Confectionery recalls Bernoulli Bakery Boutique brand Parmesan crackers (230g; All expiration dates up to and including 30.7.2023) due to undeclared milk.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A8446

Israeli Kashrut Alert: Jelly candy

Rough Translatin: Forgery of the hechsher by that company

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A8445

Israeli Product Recall: Meir Bagel Classic Grisni crumbs

March 15, 2023 from the Efoodalert.com:

Meir Bagel Industries Ltd. recalls Classic Grisni crumbs (200g; Batch 04823 S; Sell by 17/02/2024) due to foreign matter contamination (blue rubber residue).

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A8444

Israeli Soy Allergy Alert: Shufersal Green gluten-free cornflour

March 15, 2023 from the Efoodalert.com:

Shufersal recalls Shufersal Green gluten-free cornflour (500g; Expiration dates 25/02/2024, 27/02/2024, 29/02/2024, 01/12/2024, 22/01/2024) due to undeclared soy.

Text of alert is here

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A8443

Clio Snacks Voluntarily Recalls Strawberry Granola & Greek Yogurt Parfait Bars from Select Walmart Stores Because of Possible Health Risk

March 14, 2023 from the FDA:

Clio Snacks of Piscataway, N.J. is voluntarily recalling 581 cases of its Strawberry Granola & Greek Yogurt Parfait Bar due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.

Product was distributed to select Walmart stores between 3/5/2023 and 3/8/2023.

The impacted product comes in a single-serving box with UPC Code 854021008152, Lot Number 048C2023 and an expiration date of 4/30/2023 stamped on the side of the box.

Strawberry Granola & Greek Yogurt Parfait Bar is the only product impacted. No other products are being recalled. No illnesses have been reported to date.

This potential limited exposure was found at a third-party manufacturer’s facility where Parfait Bars are produced. The third-party manufacturer does not manufacture any other Clio products. Clio does not manufacture Parfait bars at its own facility.

The recall was the result of a routine testing program by the company which revealed that affected Strawberry Parfait product produced by Clio’s contract manufacturer may contain Listeria monocytogenes. The third-party manufacturer has ceased production and Clio has ceased distribution of the affected product while the FDA and the company continue their investigation into what caused the problem. Consumers

who have purchased Clio Strawberry Granola & Yogurt Parfait bar with an expiration date of 4/30/2023 should not consume the product and are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund or to destroy the recalled product.

Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-908-505-2546 (Monday – Friday, 9-5pm EST).

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A8441

Nestlé Good Start - Soothe (infant formula) recalled due to possible presence of Cronobacter sakazakii

March 18, 2023 from the CFIA:

Nestlé Good Start Soothe (infant formula) is being recalled from the marketplace due to possible Cronobacter sakazakii contamination.

Brand

Product

Size

UPC

Codes

Nestlé Good Start

Soothe (infant formula)

942 g

0 55000 38369 1

Batch no: 301757651Z (EXP 2024 JL 18), 301757652Z (EXP 2024 JL 18), 301857651Z (EXP 2024 JL 19)

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