Left to right: Kirk Johnson, D.D. Williamson Plant Manager; Avrohom Litvin, Kosher Administrator presenting the Kosher Compliance award to Ted Nixon, D.D. Williamson CEO; and Edie Nixon, President of D.D. Williamson Colors LLC.

“Observing all governmental and religious requirements has always been critical to our values and beliefs, so we are thrilled to receive this prestigious award,” said Ted Nixon, CEO.

 

The Hebrew word ‘Kosher’ means fit or proper as it relates to kosher dietary law. It covers the ingredients, production techniques, and preparation of food in a very thorough and traceable way. Foods are kosher when they meet all criteria that Jewish law applies to food.

 

“Beyond maintaining high standards of Kosher throughout the year, D.D. Williamson is also the world’s largest supplier of Kosher for Passover caramel color,” noted Avrohom Litvin, Kosher Administrator of the Louisville Vaad Hakashruth. “Kosher for Passover requires adherence to all of the Kosher standards and also prohibits use of any grain or legume source.” The Louisville Vaad Hakashruth is the kosher certifying organization that supervises D.D. Williamson’s caramel color production in the United States and United Kingdom.

 

“To consumers, the Kosher symbol has become synonymous with the ‘Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval’ recognized for a high degree of cleanliness and quality control,” added Litvin. Beyond the Jewish faith, other religious groups and the lactose intolerant have come to rely on the Kosher symbol. Demand continues to increase for kosher foods and beverages in the United States and around the world.

 

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D.D. Williamson, the world leader in caramel color, now offers a broad spectrum of natural colors. A trusted and recognized provider of color solutions to the food and beverage industry, the company operates nine manufacturing sites on five continents. Visit www.ddwilliamson.com for more information.

 

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The Louisville Vaad Hakashruth can be reached at 1 502 235 5770 or by email at rabbi@ansheisfard.com.