Frequently Asked Questions
Kosher Panamá
What does Kosher mean?
Kosher means fit, proper. The term describes all foods that are permitted for consumption according to the rules and requirements of Jewish law.
What is Kosher supervision?
Kosher supervision is the audit carried out at each food company's production plant by the kosher agency's supervisor, to ensure that production meets those rules and requirements.
What is certification?
Kosher certification is the document that confirms the products are fit for consumption according to Jewish law.
Benefits of certification
A wider market of consumers
Products carry a seal that stands for cleanliness, quality and health for the general public.
Added value for the products through an additional certification
Access to kosher stores, restaurants and supermarkets, which sell only certified products.
Who buys certified products?
Jews, Hindus and Muslims
Vegetarians
Consumers in general who know that kosher is safer
People with dietary restrictions; close to 80% of kosher product sales come from non-Jewish consumers.
Confidentiality
The best-known international companies are kosher certified without compromising the confidentiality of their production processes.
The supervision and kosher certification that a Rabbi carries out and grants are strictly religious in nature.
