Recalled & Not Recommended Nori Brands

Please be advised that the following brands of nori have been recalled as of September 5, 2018.

The lot numbers are usually ink-jetted on the bag or package.

1) Sweet City – Star-K symbol. Two recalled lots: 09250 and 131820

2) China Mehadrin – CRC (Hisachdus) symbol. One recalled lot: 3200/02426 1803 3242618043 2018 5A3B

3) Sushi Metzuyan – Star-K symbol. One recalled lot: 121919

4) Huaxin Seaweed All bear an unauthorized Kof-K symbol. Should be considered not kosher.

5) Ushia Sushi All bear an unauthorized Star-K symbol. Should be considered not kosher.

In addition to the above, please be advised that Yakinori which carries a kosher symbol called “kosher earth” is not certified by Earth Kosher and is not recommended

Any brand/lot that is NOT part of this recall is permitted at the current time.

NOTE: All nori must bear a kosher symbol. Nori without a kosher symbol has a concern of being processed on non-Kosher equipment and may not be used (even with checking for insects).