The Sephardi Kashrut Authority (SKA) has issued a wide-ranging list of foods that it says do not need separate “kosher for Passover” certification.

Produced in part to help families struggling with living costs, the list includes staples such as eggs, butter, honey, tea, coffee, sugar and tinned fish.

SKA director of operations Rabbi David Neifeld told the JC: “We have said that it is always better to buy products that are certified.

“However, for some people, this is not possible for reasons ranging from the cost of living to location. Our expertise in the field of food certification has meant that we are confident that the processes used to manufacture these items are halachically compliant. Where required, we have issued guidance on which processing aids and additives should be avoided.

He added: “Making kashrut as accessible as possible goes right to the core of our mission as a kashrut authority. By issuing this list, we hope more people will feel able to enjoy Passover in a halachically compliant manner.”

The United Synagogue is not issuing a similar list but says that the KLBD kashrut authority and congregational rabbis are happy to provide advice.