Does agave need a hechsher?
cRc lists agave nectar as requiring certification, and agave syrup as acceptable without hashgachah if there are no questionable additives.
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Kashrut A-Z
Does it need a hechsher? Common foods and products, A to Z, with sources and the positions of the OU, OK, cRc and Star-K.
Does almond milk need a hechsher?
Yes (cRc).
Do aluminum foil and foil pans need a hechsher?
No (Star-K, cRc).
Does applesauce need a hechsher?
Plain: no (Star-K, cRc). cRc: flavored or sweetened needs one.
Does baby formula need to be chalav Yisrael?
If chalav Yisrael formula is not found, you may give regular formula.
Do baking soda and baking powder need a hechsher?
No (Star-K, cRc).
Do dried beans and lentils need a hechsher?
No (Star-K, cRc).
Do canned beans need a hechsher?
Yes (cRc, OK).
Does beer need a hechsher?
Star-K: domestic unflavored beer does not. cRc: standard unflavored beer is acceptable, but it strongly recommends a reliable hechsher.