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HP Hood LLC Recalls Select Units of 96 oz Refrigerated Lactaid Milk Due to Possible Almond Allergen

September 19, 2024 from the FDA:

HP Hood LLC is recalling five SKUs of 96 oz containers of LACTAID Milk because the product may contain trace amounts of almond, which is not listed on the label. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to almonds may run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

he affected 96 oz containers of LACTAID Milk were shipped to retailers and wholesalers from 09/05/24 - 09/18/24 located in AL, CO, CT, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NE, NJ, NY, OH, OK, PA, TX, VA, WI, and WY.

The recall applies to a limited number of 96 oz. plastic containers of refrigerated LACTAID Milk with the code 51-4109 P2 and the Best By Date listed in the chart below. The code and Best By Date can be found in the center-top area of the container, as pictured in the image below. This recall applies to only those products that contain thecode 51-4109 P2 and the Best By Date specified in the chart below.

Consumers who purchased the product may return it to the retail location where the purchase was made for a full refund or exchange, or call Hood Consumer Affairs at 800-242-2423 Monday through Friday from 9 AM ET to 5:00 PM ET.

Production Date	Release Date	Product Name	Expiration Date
96 oz Lactaid Whole Milk	0 41383 09073 8	NOV 22 24 NOV 23 24 NOV 25 24 NOV 26 24 NOV 27 24 NOV 28 24 DEC 02 24 DEC 03 24 DEC 04 24	51-4109 P2
96 oz Lactaid 2% Milk	0 41383 09072 1	NOV 23 24 NOV 24 24 NOV 28 24 NOV 29 24 NOV 30 24 DEC 01 24 DEC 04 24	51-4109 P2
96oz Lactaid 1% Milk	0 41383 09071 4	NOV 24 24 NOV 25 24 DEC 05 24	51-4109 P2
96oz Lactaid Fat Free Milk	0 41383 09070 7	NOV 24 24 NOV 25 24	51-4109 P2
96oz Lactaid 2% Calcium Enriched Milk	0 41383 15567 3	DEC 01 24	51-4109 P2

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Yoshon Information

MK Latest Yoshon Updates on Establishments and Products is here.

September 17, 2024: Yoshon information from the Star-K is here

There are now flours on the retail market that may already contain Chodosh. Dates are being updated to yoshon.com and the printable guide will bez”h be sent out later this week. Many companies are anticipating that the first Chodosh products will be produced starting in the next few weeks and will enter the retail market shortly thereafter. We will bez”H be updating the product listings with whatever information is available so far. This means that while it is unlikely that any products containing Chodosh are already on the retail market as of today (other than fresh baked goods), they can enter the market very soon and, as such, it is prudent to begin checking date codes this week already.

WHEAT: All Purpose, Bread and Whole Wheat Flour
To hopefully simplify things as updates come in, here is the list of flours for which we have updated information.
- Aldi – Bakers Corner – 9/3/2025
- Costco – Kirkland 9/6/2025
- Dependable – Always Yoshon
- Glicks – Always Yoshon
- Kemach – Currently all Yoshon
- King Arthur – Aug 18, 2025
- Publix – Winter Wheat. Malt 12/15/24
- Sam’s Club/Members Mark – 9/6/25
- Shoprite Bowl & Basket – Best Buy Date 3/6/2026
- Target Good & Gather or Market Pantry – Best Buy Date 2/27/2026
- Walmart/Great Value:
  - All Purpose & Bread – 8/27/25
  - Self-Rise – Winter Wheat. Malt 12/15/24
  - Wonder Mills (from E”Y) – Always Yoshon
- Gold Medal and Pillsbury – there is still some uncertainty regarding the expiration codes for these flours, as these can be processed at many different mills, with expiration codes varying between 12-18 months for all purpose and bread flour, and can be as short as 6-12 months for whole wheat. We hope to have more information in the near future. The KC mill uses all winter wheat and if machmir for shared mill, the code can be from 8/4/25 -2/4/26. And for whole wheat it can be between 2/4/25 – 8/4/25.
DEFAULT CUTOFF DATES: Below are the default cutoff dates for retail items for each type of grain. Note this information is for consumer/retail products only.
For bulk or commercial products, including pastas and flours, please contact your local kashrus agency, as the supply chain works differently for the commercial markets.
BARLEY: September 15
OATS: September 15
WHEAT
- Fresh Baked Goods – September 1
- Other wheat products, pastas and packaged goods – September 15
RYE and SPELT: These are always Yoshon in North America.

Information on Yashan and Pas Yisroel can be found on the Kashrut.comKOSHER CONSUMER BAKERY PRODUCTS SECTION.

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Israeli Food Safety Recalls: Fenster's Marzipan, Bavaria products and Sweetime Milk Chocolate Bar with Salty Pretzels and Carame

September 10, 2024 from the Israeli Ministry of Health:
The manufacturer, Fenster’s, announces a recall of classic/espresso/cherry/pistachio dark chocolate-coated marzipan products in personal packages. An inspection conducted by the National Food Services in Haifa Health Bureau found that these products contained a soy allergen that was not listed on the allergen information label. Additionally, the products were marked "gluten-free", despite the factory lacking the required certification for this claim.
Recall in Hebrew is here

September 9, 2023: from Israeli Ministry of Health:
Adam Bavaria Ltd. informs its consumers who are allergic to fish that the following products contain a fish allergen that is not listed on the product label: dairy Bavaria, panna cotta/dairy desserts, mousse + dairy Bavaria, dairy chocolate mousse, and parve desserts (kadaif).
Alert in Hebrew is here

September 16, 2924 from Israeli Ministry of Health:
Galitzki Chocolate informs consumers who are allergic to soy that in the product: milk chocolate bar with salty pretzels and caramel, under the Sweetime brand, there is a soy allergen that is not listed on the product's allergen information label.
Alert in Hebrew is here

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OU Kashrus Advisory Spilman's Treats

September 19, 2024 from the OU:

Spilman Treats Baked Goods, Spielman Bakery, Brooklyn NY
Issue: The Orthodox Union does not certify Spilman Treats products. The label's statement that the product is under the supervision of "The Orthodox Jewish Congregations of America" is not authorized by the Orthodox Union.

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Kashrut Information: Starbucks Cold Brew Coffees

September 17, 2024 from the OU in response to questions from the editor:

December 1, 2022 from the OU in response to the editor's question:

Starbucks Cold Brew Oatmilk Dark Chocolate bearing an OUD is dairy, not DE.

As an aside, of the Starbuck's cold brew - the blonde, medium and dark roasts iced coffees are DE. All the other versions are dairy, not DE.

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Health alert: KODIAK PROTEIN-PACKED POWER WAFFLES BUTTERMILK & VANILLA

September 13, 2024 from the FDA Enforcement Reports:

KODIAK PROTEIN-PACKED POWER WAFFLES BUTTERMILK & VANILLA NET WT 3.35 lb (53.6oz) 1.52kg Created & distributed by: KODIAK CAKES PARK CITY, UT 84098 UPC 7 05599 01920 3 have been recalled because Foreign object - Soft plastic film,
01/10/26 24193-WL4

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Kashrus Alert- Winn Dixie Bagel Missing Dairy Designation

September 16, 2024 from KVH Kosher:

Winn Dixie Bagels are missing D, dairy designation
"It has come to our attention that Winn Dixie Bagels, which are labeled as containing cheese, do not have a D next to the KVH symbol.
The product is indeed Kosher Dairy (Chalav Stam and Pas Yisroel).
Corrective action is being taken.

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Kleinhouse Coffee Bulletin

September 10, 2024 from the Central Rabbinical Congress (CRC)
The New High-Quality Coffee from KLEINHOUSE COFFEE, produced under the CRC, contains micro-ground pieces of coffee beans that are roasted but not cooked. Therefore, one should be careful when using this coffee on Shabbes to ensure compliance with the prohibition against cooking on Shabbes. In practice, each person should consult their halachic authority.

Ed. note: The Starbucks Via Coffee also contains micro-ground pieces of coffee beans that are roasted but not cooked.

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Kosher Alert Cleveland Mayonnaise Chipotle Mayo

September 12, 2024 from the OU:

Cleveland Mayo Chipotle Mayo, Cleveland Mayonnaise Co., Cleveland OH
The Orthodox Union does not certify Cleveland Mayonnaise Chipotle Mayo, a dairy product. Some Chipotle Mayo containers are labeled with an unauthorized OU mark. Corrective actions are being implemented.

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Kashrut Alert: Organic Cut Spinach from Inspired Organics

September 12, 2024 from the cRc:

Please be advised that Organic Cut Spinach from Inspired Organics, Warren, MI, bears an unauthorized cRc logo. Corrective actions are being taken.

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