General Question on Kashrut
Question
Why, according to several of the posts on this forum, is Gatorade considered kosher when it has no hashgacha whatsoever? Moreover, why are several other products without certification ruled as kosher (ie, Dunkin' Donuts from a non-certified establishment), even for Passover in some situations (eg, Trident gum)? Furthermore, on what grounds do you wantonly go against the ruling of an organization such as the OU (re: Stella D'oro Swiss Fudge cookies on 12/18/2002)? What are the rationales behind these rulings?
Answer
Answered by Chaim Yisrael AbadiBehind these rulings are the Gemarah, Rishonim, Shulchan Aruch etc. We know that even if there is a Hashgacha on the product we still have to check the ingredients. Because, as I'm sure you are aware, there are always different products listed in the many different newspapers and newsletters about unauthorized kashruth symbols or no 'D' on dairy products. If we check the ingredients we are secure that we are following the Halacha that Rav Moshe says, we can trust the companies when something is in writing. Do some searches on the website, you may see some eyeopening situations. CYA