Kosher Certification for Rice Noodles
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Question
Do rice noodles require kosher certification? And can one rely on the rabbinical certification for this product?
Answer
Shalom and blessings
In principle, every industrial product should ideally have a stringent kosher certification, as there are various concerns such as shared steam between factories, and sometimes even joint production with non-kosher products, as well as different additives that might not be listed in the ingredients. Additionally, according to the opinion of the Sephardic communities, there is room to discuss whether rice noodles require Bishul Yisrael, as they are fit for consumption under duress before drying. [Bishul Yisrael is not fulfilled without a stringent kosher certification that ensures this]. However, according to the basic law, in a pressing situation, one can be lenient if the ingredients are only rice and water.
Source
Shulchan Aruch (Yoreh De'ah, Siman 113, סעיף 3); Ben Ish Chai (Second Year, Chukat, סעיף 17).