Eden Whole Dried Shiitake Mushrooms now require checking for tolaim, even when bearing the OK symbol

Please be advised that Eden Whole Dried Shiitake Mushrooms now require checking for tolaim, even when bearing the OK symbol. We recommend the following steps be taken to verify that any given batch of this product is permitted to be eaten:
– Place the mushrooms in sealed clear plastic container with lukewarm water.
– Agitate vigorously.
– Place mushrooms in colander under a heavy spray of lukewarm water from the sink while shaking the mushrooms.
– Place mushrooms again in a sealed container with lukewarm water.
– Agitate vigorously.
– Place a 50 micron mesh cloth between two colanders.
– Place mushrooms in colander under a heavy spray of lukewarm water from the sink while shaking the mushrooms.
– Filter the water in the colanders through the mesh.
– Remove and inspect the mesh cloth on a light box.
– The container should not be overloaded. Only a modest amount of mushrooms should be placed into the container at once. – Repeat process until no insects are found.
Please see our OK Kosher Vegetable Checking Guide (available online or as an app) for complete instructions on checking various types of produce.
Based on these findings, we will be suspending certification of this product until further notice. This advisory does not apply to any other OK-certified Eden Foods products.