KASHRUS ALERT - UPDATE
In recent years it has become common for companies to produce
'prechecked' items with a hechsher, and selling them as נקי
מחשש תולעים, בחזקת אונם מתולעים 'no checking necessary'. Often, these
items are not grown with a special system to prevent infestation [which if done
properly may eliminate or minimize infestation], but is regular produce that
undergoes some form of washing and checking procedure. This includes items that
are מוחזק בתולעים
and are extremely difficult to clean properly [for example: dill, parsley, mint, cilantro, basil, rosemary, kale, arugula, spinach].
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Often, the
end product is still infested. These products are available in many local
stores. It is advisable for the kosher consumer to consult with his Rov before
using such products.
An example of such an end product is 'Kosher Checked'
produce, certified by VK [Volover Kashrus], and available in many local stores.
It is also available in Gourmet Glatt [repackaged under Bais Din Minchas
Chinuch], marked as Refresh/VoIover.
The hechsher has been contacted by numerous Rabbonim and kashrus experts, and
recently pictures of tolaim found were publicized. It is unclear why the
product is still available.
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