Kosher means ‘fit’ or ‘proper’ for consumption by the according to Jewish practice.

The laws of Kosher are biblical in origin, have been interpreted by Rabbinic authorities throughout the ages and are set out in the Shulchan Aruch (Code of Jewish Law).

Through the use of Rabbinic texts, we are able to understand how to apply these concepts to modern day industrial standards.

Basic kosher guidelines

All dairy and meat (including poultry) products are to be kept completely separate at all times

Meat and poultry require Shechita (Jewish method of ritual slaughter), washing and salting under the supervision of a recognised kosher authority

Dairy certification can either be Halav Stam (non supervised milk from a Kosher animal) or Halav Yisrael (supervised milk from a Kosher animal)

Foods that are neither dairy or meat are given the term ‘Parev’ (neutral). These include eggs, fish, vegetables and other products

Passover is an eight-day period with additional Kosher requirements surrounding the use of grain ingredients. This requires a separate ‘Kosher for Passover’ certification

Typical kosher audit

Annual Audit

Unannounced Visits

Special Batch Products/Koshering

Kosher ingredients

Kosher ingredients are separated into three separate groups

Group 1

Inherently Kosher (do not require kosher supervision). Examples include flour, sugar and certain spices.

Group 2

Items that are kosher compatible but need approval from the SKA. Examples can include certain acids and powders.

Group 3

Items of high kosher sensitivity which may not be used without a valid kosher certificate. Examples can include items that may come from an animal derivative.

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