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Links to kosher symbol lists. Each list is obviously only as reliable as its source

cRc: http://www.crcweb.org/agency_list.php

KosherQuest: https://kosherquest.org/kosher-symbols/

Approved alcoholic drinks from the Rabbanut.  http://www.jerusalemkoshernews.com/wp-content/uploads/%D7%9E%D7%A9%D7%A7%D7%90%D7%95%D7%AA-%D7%97%D7%A8%D7%99%D7%A4%D7%99%D7%9D-%D7%9E%D7%90%D7%95%D7%A9%D7%A8%D7%99%D7%9D.pdf

These are NOT Orthodox: https://sites.google.com/site/nonorthodoxkosher/home (even though some may look legit)


Informative post regarding Kashrus Agencies
Quote from: moko on January 29, 2024, 09:19:43 AM
Every hashgacha has +&-.


You can also submit any kashrus questions at
https://www.askcrc.org/ask
https://oukosher.org/ask-kosher-question/
https://www.star-k.org/ask-rabbi choose General Consumer Kashrus Questions in the Subject/Topic Dropdown list
https://www.ok.org/contact/ choose Kosher in the Attention Dropdown list


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Re: Kosher, Kashrus and Hechsherim Master thread
« Reply #4340 on: March 23, 2023, 05:16:47 PM »
So maybe the best thing would be to get the guy who published the list. @ExGingi, do you know who made it? Can you ask him if he would mind letting his name be known?
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Re: Kosher, Kashrus and Hechsherim Master thread
« Reply #4341 on: March 23, 2023, 08:06:43 PM »
Anyone knows who Rabbi Ohrbach from Lakewood is? I heard he practically considers Ricola as having no supervision at all, I use Ricola a lot, wondering what's behind this, and if anyone has a Ricola alternative that has a higher Kashrus standard?
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Re: Kosher, Kashrus and Hechsherim Master thread
« Reply #4342 on: March 24, 2023, 10:39:11 AM »
Quote from: Alexsei on March 23, 2023, 08:06:43 PM
Anyone knows who Rabbi Ohrbach from Lakewood is? I heard he practically considers Ricola as having no supervision at all, I use Ricola a lot, wondering what's behind this, and if anyone has a Ricola alternative that has a higher Kashrus standard?
he has been in the kashrut field for years. In my experience as well as others I spoke to he is extremely knowledgeable.
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Re: Kosher, Kashrus and Hechsherim Master thread
« Reply #4343 on: March 24, 2023, 12:58:10 PM »
Quote from: EliJelly on March 23, 2023, 04:09:24 PM
Such broad approval lists isn't helping much those who prefer sticking to great hashgachos only
No comment
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Re: Kosher, Kashrus and Hechsherim Master thread
« Reply #4344 on: March 24, 2023, 01:20:40 PM »
Quote from: Alexsei on March 23, 2023, 08:06:43 PM
Anyone knows who Rabbi Ohrbach from Lakewood is? I heard he practically considers Ricola as having no supervision at all, I use Ricola a lot, wondering what's behind this, and if anyone has a Ricola alternative that has a higher Kashrus standard?

I am not surprised. I have seen lists of only a few flavors which were checked out by other people and are approved.
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Re: Kosher, Kashrus and Hechsherim Master thread
« Reply #4345 on: March 24, 2023, 01:28:14 PM »
Any other comparable brand?
Where can I find more info on which flavors are ok ?
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Re: Kosher, Kashrus and Hechsherim Master thread
« Reply #4346 on: March 24, 2023, 01:35:56 PM »
Quote from: Alexsei on March 24, 2023, 01:28:14 PM
Any other comparable brand?
Where can I find more info on which flavors are ok ?

Here is what I saw, I didn't ask source for permission, so I cannot disclose the source as of yet (though I suspect he will have not problem).

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Only the following 5 are recommended. All other flavors are not acceptable. The above applies whether there is or there is NOT a Hashgacha on the package.

Ricola Honey Herb (Lozenge) [Cough Drops]

Ricola Lemon Mint - Sugar Free (Lozenge) [Cough Drops]

Ricola Lemon Mint (Lozenge) [Cough Drops]

Ricola Natural Herb (original) (Lozenge) [Cough Drops]

Ricola Natural Herb (original)- Sugar Free (Lozenge) [Cough Drops]
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Re: Kosher, Kashrus and Hechsherim Master thread
« Reply #4347 on: March 24, 2023, 04:40:14 PM »
Quote from: ExGingi on March 24, 2023, 01:35:56 PM
Here is what I saw, I didn't ask source for permission, so I cannot disclose the source as of yet (though I suspect he will have not problem).
So I guess "mountain herb sugar free" sold at Costco is not included?
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Re: Kosher, Kashrus and Hechsherim Master thread
« Reply #4348 on: March 25, 2023, 08:56:48 PM »
Quote from: Alexsei on March 24, 2023, 01:28:14 PM
Any other comparable brand?
Where can I find more info on which flavors are ok ?
Quote from: ExGingi on March 24, 2023, 01:35:56 PM
Here is what I saw, I didn't ask source for permission, so I cannot disclose the source as of yet (though I suspect he will have not problem).

Crc Chicago has same list +/- one flavor
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Re: Kosher, Kashrus and Hechsherim Master thread
« Reply #4349 on: March 26, 2023, 01:42:49 PM »
Quote from: Alexsei on March 23, 2023, 08:06:43 PM
Anyone knows who Rabbi Ohrbach from Lakewood is? I heard he practically considers Ricola as having no supervision at all, I use Ricola a lot, wondering what's behind this, and if anyone has a Ricola alternative that has a higher Kashrus standard?

Amazon and Halls have some kosher flavors.
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Re: Kosher, Kashrus and Hechsherim Master thread
« Reply #4350 on: March 26, 2023, 01:45:15 PM »
Here's a full list of brands with hechshers:
https://www.kashrut.com/articles/medicine_list/
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Re: Kosher, Kashrus and Hechsherim Master thread
« Reply #4351 on: March 26, 2023, 03:16:56 PM »
Quote from: moko on March 19, 2023, 11:29:25 PM
Great feedback.
Based on the responses we'll probably do it next week. Unfortunately Sunday I'm tied up with the local pre-pesach seminar.
Probably Monday. Looks like we'll have 2 Kashrus professional and I'll serve more as a moderator.

@moko Please update. Thanks!
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Re: Kosher, Kashrus and Hechsherim Master thread
« Reply #4352 on: March 26, 2023, 03:44:09 PM »
Quote from: TheAsh on March 26, 2023, 01:45:15 PM
Here's a full list of brands with hechshers:
https://www.kashrut.com/articles/medicine_list/
"Originally published in the MK Vaad News & Views, May, 2001 Article about kosher issues in vitamins."
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Re: Kosher, Kashrus and Hechsherim Master thread
« Reply #4353 on: March 26, 2023, 04:55:07 PM »
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@moko Please update. Thanks!
we're on for
Tues 4 Nissan- 3/28
4:30-5:30 PM Eastern
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With Rabbi Zalman Krems (KVH) & Rabbi Nissan Zibell (RCF)
I'll post a flyer and more details shortly.
I'm the meantime, feel free to pm questions or email info @ kvhkosher. org
We'll cover:
That ratings chart floating around
Home certification , pros and cons
American hashgachos vs Israeli hashgachos- difference + pros and cons
AKO minimum standards
Mashgiach training
What does temidis really mean
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Mashgiach vs a shomer/ ne'eman Kashrus
Open Q&A time permitting
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Re: Kosher, Kashrus and Hechsherim Master thread
« Reply #4354 on: March 26, 2023, 04:56:16 PM »
Quote from: moko on March 26, 2023, 04:55:07 PM
we're on for
Tues 4 Nissan- 3/28
4:30-5:30 PM Eastern
10:30-11:30 PM Israel
With Rabbi Zalman Krems & Rabbi Nissan Zibell
I'll post a flyer and more details shortly.
I'm the meantime, feel free to pm questions or email info at kvhkosher dot org
We'll cover:
That ratings chart floating around
Home certification , pros and cons
American hashgachos vs Israeli hashgachos- difference+ pros and cons
AKO minimum standards
Mashgiach training
What does temidis really mean
Mashgiach oversight
Mashgiach vs a shomer/ ne'eman Kashrus
Open Q&A time permitting

Will there be a recording?
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Re: Kosher, Kashrus and Hechsherim Master thread
« Reply #4355 on: March 26, 2023, 05:00:56 PM »
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Re: Kosher, Kashrus and Hechsherim Master thread
« Reply #4356 on: March 27, 2023, 02:26:05 AM »
Strawberries in baking soda - any reason this is not as halachically acceptable as detergent (cutting the tops off first)?
https://youtu.be/SXzS-wDezJE
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Re: Kosher, Kashrus and Hechsherim Master thread
« Reply #4357 on: March 27, 2023, 04:10:25 AM »
Quote from: moko on March 26, 2023, 04:55:07 PM
Tues 4 Nissan- 3/28
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6 Nissan
Sounds amazing! Hope to make it!
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Re: Kosher, Kashrus and Hechsherim Master thread
« Reply #4358 on: March 27, 2023, 01:55:22 PM »
where can I log in to listen to kashrut & Hechsherim?
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Re: Kosher, Kashrus and Hechsherim Master thread
« Reply #4359 on: March 27, 2023, 05:14:02 PM »
Please share
Zoom link
@jj1000 @Dan DDMS post?


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