Alerts

Effective August 1, 2024, STAR-K will no longer certify Miele Sabbath Mode appliances. STAR-K will not be able to offer support for any Miele appliances purchased after this date.

Those seeking to purchase appliances compatible with Shabbos and Yom Tov are advised to select models certified by a reliable kashrus agency.

Boxes of various sweets, manufactured by Anabtawi Sweets Co, bear an unauthorized STAR-K sticker. These include Cashew Fingers, Mamoul, Baklava, Barazek and Kaeek with Date. Corrective action is being taken.

Cans of Napoli Artichoke Hearts bear an unauthorized STAR-K symbol. Product was found in a grocery store in Connecticut. STAR-K does not certify artichoke hearts due to insect infestation. The product should not be used. Corrective action is being taken.

The Sabbath Mode in the models listed below was not correctly implemented according to STAR-K specifications. Pressing "+" or "-" to adjust the temperature causes a display change on the screen, which is forbidden on Yom Tov.

One may not adjust the temperature of these ovens on Yom Tov, even when in Sabbath Mode. All other Sabbath Mode functions work properly.

New Model # (Old Model #)
SO3050TM/S/T (SO30TM/S/TH)
SO3050CM/B (SO30CM/B)
SO3050CM/S (SO30CM/S)
DO3050TM/S/T (DOTM/S/TH)
DO3050CM/B (DO30CM/B)
DO3050CM/S (DO30CM/S)


This alert does not impact Professional style "M" Series wall ovens with knob controls.

Wolf is aware of the issue and will include a resolution in their next software update.

If you own one of these models, contact the Wolf service department at 800-222-7820 to report the problem. They will arrange a service appointment when the update is ready.

It has come to our attention that some KitchenAid KRFF577KPS 26.8 Cu. Ft. Standard-Depth French Door Refrigerator with Exterior Ice & Water Dispenser units have a malfunctioning Sabbath Mode. This issue has been identified in recently purchased units.

To determine if you own an affected unit, enter Sabbath Mode and hold down the door switches. If you hear a fan activate or deactivate when the switches are pressed and released, then Sabbath Mode is not working correctly.

KitchenAid is working on a solution to resolve the issue. In the interim, to use on Shabbos or Yom Tov, STAR-K recommends taping down the door switches along with setting Sabbath Mode.

Please email [email protected] if you would like to be notified when a fix is available.

Packages of Mr. Nut Dried Mulberry, distributed by Vintage Food Corp of Newark, NJ, bear an unauthorized STAR-K symbol. STAR-K does not certify this company or any mulberries due to infestation. See sample packaging below. Corrective action is being taken.

Magic Seasonings Blends Gravy & Gumbo Magic bears an unauthorized STAR-K symbol. The product is not kosher. The very limited number of products that reached the marketplace have been recalled.

Herbal supplements sold on eBay by A Swagman's Shop of Midland, Texas, bear an unauthorized STAR-K symbol. They are made with non-kosher gelatin capsules. Corrective action is being taken.

Packages of Sadaf Mamoul with Date, Barazek with Sesame, and Baklava bear an unauthorized STAR-K symbol. Corrective action is being taken.