What this symbol that’s on nearly half of your food actually means

The Hechsher, or the Ⓤ marking on many common food items, is a signifier that the food is certified kosher. You can find the Ⓤ on Oreos, Coca-Cola, and countless other items people purchase regularly. Produced by Emma Fierberg -------------------------------------------------- Follow BI Video on Twitter: Follow BI Video On Facebook: Read more: -------------------------------------------------- Business Insider is the fastest growing business news site in the US. Our mission: to tell you all you need to know about the big world around you. The BI Video team focuses on technology, strategy and science with an emphasis on unique storytelling and data that appeals to the next generation of leaders – the digital generation.