Kosher Check facts for kids
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| Certifying agency | Orthodox Rabbinical Council of British Columbia |
| Effective since | November 2013 |
| Predecessor | BC Kosher |
| Product category | Food products |
Kosher Check is a special symbol or mark. It shows that food has been prepared according to Jewish dietary laws. These laws are called Kashrut. The symbol is put on food labels.
The Orthodox Rabbinical Council of British Columbia gives out this symbol. Their main office is in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
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What Kosher Check Does
Kosher Check has people working all over the world. These people are called regional coordinators and Rabbinic representatives. They make sure that food factories follow the rules for kosher food. They are based in places like Asia, Europe, and North America.
History of Kosher Check
Kosher Check started in November 2013. Before that, it was known as BC Kosher. When it changed its name, it also got a new symbol. The new slogan was "Kosher Checked. Globally Accepted."
This special mark is only given to food makers who have very good safety rules. They must follow strict steps to keep food clean and safe. Today, Kosher Check approves thousands of products. These products come from many different countries.
Why Kosher Food Matters
Eating kosher food is important for many Jewish people. It is a way to follow their religious traditions. Kosher laws cover many things. They include what foods can be eaten and how they must be prepared.
For example, some foods are not allowed at all. Other foods must be prepared in a certain way. This includes how animals are killed for meat. It also covers how meat and dairy products are kept separate.
Food Safety and Kosher Check
Kosher Check helps make sure food is safe. They check that food factories follow high standards. This includes cleanliness and proper handling of ingredients. So, the Kosher Check symbol means two things. It means the food follows Jewish law. It also means it meets good safety standards.
See also
- Food safety
- Kashrut
- Orthodox Judaism
