{"id":7347,"date":"2021-02-05T05:53:00","date_gmt":"2021-02-05T13:53:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rangeme.com\/blog\/?p=7347"},"modified":"2022-01-14T10:26:50","modified_gmt":"2022-01-14T18:26:50","slug":"what-it-means-to-be-kosher-certified-and-how-to-do-so","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rangeme.com\/blog\/what-it-means-to-be-kosher-certified-and-how-to-do-so\/","title":{"rendered":"What it Means to be Kosher Certified and How to Do So"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Over the past 40 years, the demand for Kosher-certified products has dramatically increased as Kosher has become one of the most popular food trends. There are currently an estimated 1.1 million Kosher certified products in the world right now, with that number growing every year. According to an article in U.S. News and World Report<\/em>, \u201cthe Kosher food industry has risen 15% a year\u201d over the past decade leading to a commensurate rise in consumer products. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Consumer behavior studies consistently indicate that when selecting among products, customers prefer those bearing Kosher certification.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOver 12 million American consumers choose Kosher food products for reasons related to health, food safety, taste, vegetarianism, lactose intolerance, and other dietary restrictions.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>– <\/em><\/strong>Mintel State of Kosher <\/em><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

The Mintel State of Kosher study noted that 1 in 4 new products brought to market bears a Kosher symbol. There are numerous reasons for this, including the idea that consumers regard the Kosher symbol as an additional indicator of quality, somewhat similar to the well-known and well-respected Good Housekeeping Seal of approval.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Is Kosher?<\/strong> <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s take a look at what \u201cKosher\u201d is\u2026 and what it is not. It may be best to lay out what it is not first:  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kosher certification does not involve \u201cblessing the machinery\u201d or other incantations. The application of Kosher rulings is mostly an exercise in information management and administrative acumen. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cKosher\u201d means \u201cfit\u201d or \u201cproper and acceptable.\u201d Interestingly, over time, its usage has become ubiquitous, and many utilize it to convey \u201cfairness.\u201d As it applies to food items, to be certified Kosher a product\u2019s production must conform to a set of conditions outlined in accepted canonical directives. Kosher supervisory agencies\u2019 responsibility, such as the KSA, ensures that all ingredients and preparations follow those rulings.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The traditions and decisions that form the basis for Kosher law have been standard fare for the Kosher-conscious consumer for millennia. As technology and food production methods have evolved, Kosher law\u2019s application has been flexible enough and sufficiently broad to decisively address each new challenge.  Many of the world\u2019s innovative food technology companies producing vegetarian products, Non-GMO, organic, etc., will consult their Kosher certification partner while conducting research and development to ensure that their product will be available to the Kosher-conscience consumer. Kosher Supervision of America, the KSA, maintains a staff of certified supervisors and functional consultants who have mastered Kosher laws and have a deep understanding of production\u2019s logistical challenges. <\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How can I certify my products?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn the US, there are an estimated 11,400 certified Kosher facilities and 12.3 million Kosher-conscience consumers. To date, the Kosher food industry has developed into a $12.5 Billion industry.<\/em>“<\/strong><\/p>– <\/em><\/strong>Lubicom Marketing Consulting<\/em><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Kosher programs are tailored to your brand\u2019s needs. Production facilities, equipment, and the number of finished goods vary by producer and plant. Many manufacturers purchase and produce \u2018just in time\u2019 while others plan months or even years in advance. A well-constructed certification program includes the ingredients and manufacturing environment.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether retail, commercial, or industrial, the demand for Kosher products has created a marketplace pressure that strongly points manufacturers in the direction of certification. When we assist our clients with Kosher ingredient procurement, the overwhelming majority of producers already have some Kosher certification level, making it much easier to devise Kosher procedures for clients.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Benefits of going KSA Kosher<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

KSA\u2019s five commitments to brands in the CPG industry:  <\/p>\n\n\n\n