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Kosher Alerts & Advisories

The Following OU Kosher Advisories and Alerts were released by the Orthodox Union's Kosher Division on the date indicated.

Please remember to always check the label before purchasing any item that needs kosher certification!


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November 7, 2024
Advisory
Issue
Due to customer demand, Patis Bakery has decided to reverse its decision about the discontinuance of yoshon products. Effective Sunday, November 10th, all products will once again be yoshon.
November 4, 2024
Alert
Brand
Organic Traditions
Product
White Mulberries and Goji Berries
Company
Advantage Health Matters Inc., Toronto Ontario
Issue
Unauthorized OU The Orthodox Union does not certify whole mulberries and whole goji berries.  Some labels of Organic Traditions White Mulberries and Organic Traditions Goji Berries bear an unauthorized OU mark.   Corrective actions are being implemented.
October 10, 2024
Alert
Brand
Baker's Treat
Product
Apple Cinnamon Mini Muffin and Pumpkin Spice Mini Muffin
Company
Aldi Inc.- Batavia, IL
Issue
The Orthodox Union certifies Apple Cinnamon Mini Muffin and Pumpkin Spice Mini Muffin OU D-Dairy products.  The products contain dairy as indicated in the ingredients and allergens statements.  Some packaging was printed with an OU Symbol, without the D-Dairy designation.  Corrective actions are being implemented.
October 10, 2024
Alert
Brand
Nature Nate’s
Product
Popped Sorghum (all varieties)
Company
Nature Nate’s LLC, La Center WA
Issue

The Orthodox Union revoked its certification of Nature Nate's LLC., a company that produces popped sorghum products.  Corrective actions are being implemented.

Nature Nate's Honey is made by a different company and is certified by the Orthodox Union.

September 30, 2024
Advisory
Brand
Kraft
Product
Kraft String Cheese
Company
Lactalis Heritage Dairy, Chicago IL
Issue
Lactalis Heritage Dairy has decided to remove OU D kosher certification from Kraft Natural Cheese String Cheese products, and transition to another kosher certifying entity and its kashruth standards.
September 23, 2024
Alert
Brand
Bertolli
Product
Condimento Balsamico Bianca and Aceto Balsamico Di Modena
Company
Deoleo, Madrid Spain
Issue
Unauthorized OU The Orthodox Union does not certify Bertolli Condimento Balsamico Bianca and Aceto Balsamico Di Modena.  Some Spanish-German labels (sold in Europe) bear an unauthorized OU mark.  Corrective actions are being implemented.
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