Halachot and Customs
Is There a Need for Kosher Certification on Honey?
Question
Hello,
Is there a concern regarding kosher status for honey? After all, it is just bee secretion.
There is no meat, milk, tithes, or orlah, etc.
Does honey need to be kosher? If I buy honey from a private individual who has bees and hives, does it require kosher certification? (He does not have certification because he is private and does not have a factory)
If I buy honey from abroad, does it need to be kosher?
Thank you in advance.
Answer
Hello and blessings
Natural honey does not require kosher certification.
Best regards,
Benjamin Shmueli
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