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Yoshon Information: Kosher South Africa Yoshon Bulletin

February 19, 2025 Kosher South Africa Yoshon Bulletin #6 5785 is here
February 20, 2025: Updated TYNI Product for 5785 is here
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Insect Infestion Alert & Advisory: Publix Classic Mix, Iceberg Blend and Publix Brand Coleslaw Mix

February 20, 2025: From KLBD on "X":

Due to high levels of infestation, Publix Classic Mix, Iceberg Blend with a use by date of 3/02/25 needs to be washed and checked prior to use, even when bearing the Diamond K.
Future bags will not bear the Diamond K until the issue is resolved.
However, Publix Brand Coleslaw Mix with the Diamond K symbol is ok to use without additional checking..

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London Beth Din Kashrut Alert: >BuzzBallz Cocktails Lotta Colada

February 19, 2025: From KLBD on "X":

BuzzBallz Cocktails Lotta Colada previously listed as approved Parev is now certified Dairy and bears the Dallas Kosher Dairy logo.
To check the status of other BuzzBallz Cocktails see https://isitkosher.uk/#buzzballz.

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OU Kosher Advisory I Can't Believe It's Not Butter with Sweet Cream Buttermilk

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February 18, 2025 from the OU:

I Can't Believe It's Not Butter with Sweet Cream Buttermilk, Flora Food Group, Hackensack NJ:
Issue: I Can't Believe It's Not Butter with Sweet Cream Buttermilk is now an OU D - Dairy product, and is labeled with an OU D symbol. Other I Can't Believe It's Not Butter products with a plain OU symbol are pareve.

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Kosher Advisory: Sabra Hummus (Canada)

February 19, 2025 from the OK:

Due to a packaging error, a limited amount of Sabra Hummus Classic 10 oz sold in Canada, EXP 3/17/25 and 3/28/24, is missinmg the OK symbol.
This product is certified kosher pareve by OK Kosher and Rabbi Weissmandl.

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Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Company, LLC Issues a Product Recall on Undeclared Almonds in Mauna Loa Milk Chocolate Covered Macadamias (1oz) Pouches

February 15, 2025 from the FDA:

Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Company LLC of Kea’au, HI is voluntarily recalling one batch of its Mauna Loa Milk Chocolate Covered Macadamias snack (1oz) pouches, due to the presence of undeclared almonds which are an allergen. Consumers who have allergies to almonds run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consum

The recalled Mauna Loa Milk Chocolate Covered Macadamias snack (1oz) pouches were distributed to two retail locations in Southern California. The two retailers include World Market and Abraham & Sons, Inc.

The product is packaged in a 1 oz pouch, with UPC 0 72992 04260 3, marked with lot number K4351 and best by date 07 2026 on the back of the packaging.

The recall was initiated after Mauna Loa’s internal quality control process identified that the affected batch, manufactured by a third-party co-manufacturer, contained undeclared almonds. Immediate action was taken to contain the affected product, notify the third-party co-manufacturer, alert consumers and distributors, and report the issue to the FDA.

Consumers who have purchased the affected Mauna Loa Milk Chocolate Covered Macadamias snack (1oz) pouches and have an almond allergy are urged not to consume the product and to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Consumers with questions may contact Customer Service at 1-888-255-5998, Monday through Friday.

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Israeli Food Safety Recalls

January 9, 2025 Full information on the recall from the Israeli Ministry of Health is here:
Natural" supplements falsely advertised as natural were found to contain active pharmaceutical ingredients that are not declared in their composition. This creates a false impression and increases the risk associated with using these products.
The products in this table are falsely advertised as natural supplements but in reality they are not natural. Laboratory tests have found them to contain active pharmaceutical ingredients that are not declared in their composition, creating a false impression. The user is unaware of the presence of pharmaceutical ingredients in a product which is presented as natural. This fact prevents consumers from taking a well-informed or cautious decision and increases the risk associated with using these products.
Recall in Hebrew is here.
February 10, 2025 from the Israeli Ministry of Health:
The Importer Elias Waksman Ltd. Issues a Voluntary Recall for Its Product: "Strawberry-Flavored Lollipops with Raspberry-Flavored Sprinkles" (Donut Lollipop)
Upon the Importer's quality control checks, it was found that the stick may snap off from the lollipop.
- Product name: Strawberry-Flavored Lollipops with Raspberry-Flavored Sprinkles" (Donut Lollipop)
- Contents: Jar: 500 grams; single unit 10 grams
- Importer's name: Elias Waksman Ltd.
- Manufacturer: Guangdong Xiatuki Food Products, Shaozhou, Guangdong, China
- Expiration date: 09/2026
- Batch: SZ783
- Jar barcode: 7290011656720
- Unit barcode: 7290011656713
- Consumers in possession of this product are urged to not consume it.
- The Importer Elias Waksman Ltd. is recalling the products from shelves.
- The voluntary recall is in coordination with the National Food Services in the Ministry of Health.
- Our customer service hotline is 04-6249362.
Recall in Hebrew is here.
January 26, 2025 from Israeli Ministry of Health:
The Manufacturer Eshbol and the Marketer Else Nutrition Issue a Recall for the Product Kethametamines
Upon inspection, following customer complaints of atypical taste and smell, it was found that indeed the batch marked with manufacturing code 4338 and "Best Before" date of 03/12/25 has atypical taste and smell.
The manufacturer Eshbol and the marketer Else Nutrition issue a recall for the product Kethametamines. Upon inspection, following customer complaints of atypical taste and smell, it was found that indeed the batch marked with manufacturing code 4338 and "Best Before" date of 03/12/25 has atypical taste and smell.
- Product's name: Kethametamines
- Commercial / brand name: Kethametamines
- Contents: 45 grams
- Manufacturer's name: Eshbol Ltd. Marketer's name: Else Nutrition
- Expiration date: 03/12/2025
- Manufacturing code: 4338
- Barcode: 7290011622428
Consumers in possession of the product are urged to not consume it.
Recall in Hebrew is here.
January 26, 2025 from Israeli Ministry of Health:
Recall Announcement: Select Mixed Nuts and Seeds by Zarubi Cracking the Galilee Ltd.
Zarubi Cracking the Galilee Ltd. wishes to inform its consumer public that the product "Select Mixed Nuts and Seeds, Lightly Salted", 350 grams, contains a gluten-type allergen that has not been properly listed neither in the list of ingredients nor in the allergen information label. The product's expiration date: Best before 05.04.2025. Barcode: 29003715299,
Zarubi Cracking the Galilee Ltd. wishes to inform its consumer public that the product "Select Mixed Nuts and Seeds, Lightly Salted", 350 grams, contains a gluten-type allergen that has not been properly listed neither in the list of ingredients nor in the allergen information label. The product's expiration date: Best before 05.04.2025. Barcode: 29003715299,
Consumers with known allergies or intolerance to gluten and to the other allergens listed in the allergen information label are urged to not consume it.
In coordination with the National Food Services in the Ministry of Health, the Company is taking actions to recall the product from shelves.
For inquiries and returns please call 054-8354009.
Recall in Hebrew is here.
January 20, 2025 from Israeli Ministry of Health:
Recall Announcements by Pasta Della Casa Co. for Its Pesto Sauce with Olive Oil Recall Announcements by Pasta Della Casa Co. for Its Pesto Sauce with Olive Oil
Pasta Della Casa Co. wishes to inform its consumer public that due to an error in the labeling of allergens in the product, information about a dairy-type allergen has been omitted from the allergen information label.
Pasta Della Casa Co. wishes to inform its consumer public that due to an error in the labeling of allergens in the product, information about a dairy-type allergen has been omitted from the allergen information label, in the following product:
- Olive oil pesto sauce
- Weight: 250 grams
- Manufacturer's name: Pasta Della Casa
- Expiration dates: All expiration dates, up to and including 26.06.2025
Consumers with known allergies to dairy and to the other allergens listed in the label are urged to not consume this product and to contact the manufacturer in order to receive compensation for the product. All other consumers may consume the product without any concerns.
In coordination with the Food Services in the Ministry of Health's Center District, the Company is taking actions to recall the product from shelves.
The public is encouraged to contact the Company's customer service at 050-5695691.
Recall in Hebrew is here.
January 21, 2025 from Israeli Ministry of Health:
Kfir Meals is Issuing a Recall for Products Containing Polenta: Chicken Legs with Couscous (Polenta) and Vegetable Stew, and Chicken Meatballs, Couscous (Polenta), and White Beans
T.S. Meals Without Allergens Ltd. is issuing a recall for products containing polenta: Chicken legs with couscous (polenta) and vegetable stew with chicken meatballs, couscous (polenta), and white beans.
In an inspection conducted as part of the factory's internal quality control system, it was found that residues of soy allergen are present in the polenta raw material. Here are the dishes’ details:
- Chicken legs with couscous (polenta), and vegetable stew
- Chicken meatballs, couscous (polenta), and white beans
Product name: Polenta. Manufacturer: Kfir Meals. Content: 500 gr. (gross output includes a protein dish and a vegetable dish).
- Expiration – best by: From 10/14/25 to 9/9/25, inclusive.
- Production dates: 12/9/24 - 1/14/25.
- The label indicates there is no soy allergen.
Consumers who suffer from soy allergy are requested not to consume the products.
In coordination with the Central District Food Service of the Ministry of Health, Kfir Meals Ltd. is collecting the products from its clients.
For inquiries, please call Orly at 0505274408 or 08-8688866 or email kfir.office9@gmail.com.
Recall in Hebrew is here.
January 21, 2025 from Israeli Ministry of Health:
Saa El-Uda Group Ltd. Announces a Recall of Light Tuna Chunks in Vegetable Oil BLUETUNA
Following a sampling conducted by the Ministry of Health’s National Food Services, excessive amounts of histamine were found. Following a sampling conducted by the Ministry of Health’s National Food Services, excessive amounts of histamine were found in the following product:
- Product name: Light tuna chunks in vegetable oil BLUETUNA
- Barcode 7290015910385
- Manufacturing date 04/04/24 Expiry date 04/04/28
- Batch TO09524TPF
- Contents: Tin pack containing 140 g.
- Importer: Saa El-Uda Group Ltd.
- Country of origin: Vietnam
- Manufacturer’s number: 1100790106
Consumers are advised not to consume the product.
Histamine may cause an allergic reaction, rash, redness, itching, shortness of breath, and even suffocation.
In coordination with the Central District Food Service of the Ministry of Health, the company is collecting the products from distribution channels.
For inquiries, please call 050-2088808.
Recall in Hebrew is here

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Kashrut Alert: Pechter's Challah

February 14, 2025: from the Kof-K:

The bag for Pechter's Challah bears an unauthorized Kof-K. Product is being sold at several Shoprite's in the West Orange - Livingston, NJ area. This product is NOT certified kosher and should be returned for a refund.
Corrective actions are being taken.

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Israeli Produce Information

February 12, 2025: From the COR Detroit and the OU:

AM FRESH NORTH AMERICA GRAPEFRUIT sold at Costco are produce of Israel as stated on the plastic bag closures (and on the cases - "Jaffa / Mehadrin - Israel"), and require taking of Terumos and Maaseros.
From the OU: When Israeli grapefruit, oranges and pomelos bear the OU, there is no need to separate Terumos or Maasros.

POMEGRANATES FROM ISRAEL are available in U.S. stores, and require taking of Terumos and Maaseros. Consumers should check the stickers on the individual fruit, or the original cases, for the country of origin. Pomegranates from most countries list the country name on the sticker; those that do not are very likely from Israel, and their original case must be checked in the store.

Information on terumos and maasros can be found at /www.kashrut.com/consumer/vegetables/#TITHING

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Kosher Beverage Information:

February 7, 2025 from the OU, Pepsi and February 12, 2025 from the COR Detroit.

The following products are certified kosher and pareve:

Coca-Cola Orange Cream soda
Sprite Vanilla Frost Soda
Pepsi Wild Cherry & Cream:
Mtn Dew Baja Cabo Citrus:
Dr. Pepper Blackberry

Kashrut.com Recommended Soda & Beverage List is here.

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