Candy

Question

I got this info off of kosherquest.org. I was just wondering if any of the problems listed would in fact be a problem- If I saw any of these ingredients on the candy wrapper is it a problem? Thanks. "In order to extend the shelf life of candies, ingredients such as hydrogenated shortenings, emul- sifiers and anti-oxidants are added, which commonly include mono- and di-glycerides (sometimes processed from animal fat), propylene glycol, egg yolk (sometimes ova– unlaid eggs from non-kosher chickens) and gelatin. Some specific problems with candies are: Marshmallows: Gelatin (there is very little gelatin made from kosher slaughtered animals available anywhere in the world today). Hard Candies: Oils, flavorings (can be a grape derivative, among other problems). Creme Candies: Glycerin (to retain moisture). Chocolates: Monostearate (often animal derivative, used as a bloom inhibitor) emulsifiers, shortenings, oil. Jelly Candy: Flavorings, gelatin, anti-oxidants Whipped Candies, Nougats, Frappes: Albumen (sometimes from non-kosher eggs); gelatin. In conclusion, while we have greatly benefited over the years from many additional types of candies, we are likewise faced with many additional problems in eating them. However, with so many companies vying for a larger share of the market, many companies have sought and obtained reliable kosher certification for their products. "