Are the TofuTown Tofu Tenders free of peanuts and tree nuts?

TofuTown Tofu Tenders do not contain peanuts, tree nuts or their derivatives.

Are TofuTown or White Wave publicly traded?

The brands TofuTown and White Wave are owned by White Wave Foods, which is a subsidiary of Dean Foods. As such, we do not offer stock in White Wave or TofuTown. However, you may purchase Dean Foods stock under the stock symbol DF. For more information on Dean Foods please see Dean Foods.

Are TofuTown Tofu Tenders gluten free?

The tamari soy sauce used to flavor the TofuTown Tofu Tenders products contains wheat and is NOT gluten-free.

Are TofuTown Tofu Tenders vegan?

TofuTown Tofu Tenders are 100% vegan. They do not contain any ingredients from animal sources.

Are White Wave products acceptable for people with wheat and gluten allergies?

Much like those folks with dairy allergies, there are people who have a hypersensitivity to wheat or wheat products-- like gluten. There is no wheat, wheat gluten, rye, oats, barley or malt in the following products:
White Wave (block) Tofu
Tempeh Soy Rice and Original Soy
This includes the natural flavors.

For more information, visit the following web site:
Gluten Intolerance Group

Are White Wave products Kosher?

All White Wave products are certified Kosher. In general, kosher means that a food is fit for consumption in accordance with Jewish law. Foods are considered Parve if they contain neither meat nor dairy.

The STAR-K symbol on our packaging indicates that our products are Kosher (Parve).


Kosher Products (STAR-K)
TofuTown Tofu Tenders - all varieties
Baked Tofu - all flavors
Block Tofu - all varieties
Tempeh - all flavors
Seitan - all styles

Are White Wave products vegan?

Almost all White Wave products and flavors are vegan. The exceptions are: White Wave Baked Tofu Oriental style and the Seitan Vegetarian Stir Fry Strips, which contain honey. There are no animal derivatives in any of the other products or ingredients.

Calcium, content

White Wave Baked Tofu, Tofu and Tempeh contain between 20-100 mg of calcium, or between 2-10% of the RDV.

TofuTown Tofu Tenders contain the following amount of calcium:

Tamari - 10% RDV or 100 mg per 85 gram serving

Havana Black Bean; Sesame Ginger Teriyaki; Mediterranean Tahini - 15% RDV or 150 mg per 128 gram serving

Can Tofu be frozen?

Tofu can be frozen, but this must be done for at least 48 hours. This dries out the tofu and makes it easier to crumble, making it a good substitute for ground beef in tacos, chili and lasagna. Once defrosted, tofu can be rehydrated by soaking in a container of fresh water overnight.

Casein

Casein is a milk protein. We do not use casein as an ingredient in White Wave or TofuTown products.

Do all TofuTown products contain sesame seeds or sesame flavoring?

The Sesame Ginger Teriyaki and Mediterranean Tahini flavors both contain sesame seeds. Although sesame seeds are not included on the Food and Drug Administration's top allergens list, it can produce an allergic response in sensitive individuals. Production systems are in place to prevent cross contamination from the products with sesame seeds to those that do not contain them.

Fat, trans fatty acids

Trans fatty acids are formed from oils that have been chemically transformed from their liquid state (at room temperature) into a solid by a process called hydrogenation. This procedure adds extra hydrogen atoms into unsaturated fats, creating trans fatty acids and changing the mixture into a saturated fat, eliminating the polyunsaturated benefits. Trans fatty acids are found in highly processed foods such as margarine or cookies. Any food that has 'hydrogenated oils' or 'partially hydrogenated oils' on the label contains trans fatty acids. All TofuTown and White Wave products are free of trans fatty acids.

Glucono-delta-lactone

Glucono-delta-lactone (GDL) is a food starch derived from corn sugar. GDL is used in the manufacturing process of soft or silken tofu. When mixed with calcium salts like gypsum or nigari, GDL creates a silky, smooth tofu.

Gypsum

Gypsum, or calcium sulphate, is the oldest known and most widely used coagulant applied in the manufacturing process of tofu. Gypsum is a non-metallic mineral derived from natural sources. Gypsum does not contain any animal by- products or derivatives.

Is packaging for White Wave products recyclable?

Baked Tofu packages can be recycled in certain areas of the U.S. Check with your local recycling center.

Tofu in the hard packages are made of #2 plastic and can be recycled depending on your local recycling regulations. Tofu soft packages can be recycled. Check with your local recycling center.

Tempeh packages can be recycled in certain areas of the U.S. Check with your local recycling center.

Seitan in the hard packages are #2 and can be recycled. Depending on your local recycling regulations, Seitan soft packages can be recycled. Check with your local recycling center.

Is the TofuTown Tofu Tenders packaging recyclable?

TofuTown trays are made from #7 plastic. Not all areas accept #7 containers. Each state and jurisdiction has different recycling rules based on cost-effectiveness, quantities of the plastic in circulation, and regional differences. If you are unsure whether or not your local recycling center accepts #7 plastic, please contact them directly.

Is there chance for cross contamination between TofuTown Tofu Tenders and other White Wave products that contain nuts?

White Wave Baked Tofu Thai Style contains peanuts and sesame seeds. This product is produced and marinated on its own equipment and does not come in contact with our other tofu products. There is no opportunity for cross contamination to occur between the TofuTown Tenders or the Baked Tofu Thai Style and any of our other products.

Nigari

Nigari is a traditional coagulate used in tofu manufacturing. Nigari, or magnesium chloride, is a refined salt derived from seawater.

What is Celiac-Sprue? Are TofuTown and White Wave products acceptable for people with Celiac-Sprue?

Celiac-Sprue (or Celiac's) is a common disease in which the lining of the small intestine is damaged in response to ingestion of gluten and similar proteins, which are found in wheat, rye, oats, barley and other grains including hybrid grains such as triticale. The intestines contain projections called villi, which normally absorb nutrients. Celiac disease causes the villi to become flattened and thus unable to absorb minerals and nutrients.

Symptoms of Celiac disease range from abdominal cramping, diarrhea, weight loss and malnutrition to latent symptoms such as nutrient deficiencies with no gastrointestinal symptoms. If this disease is left untreated, the results can be quite problematic. People who do not treat this disease properly could develop osteoporosis, anemia, thyroid disease and vitamin/mineral deficiencies. A strict gluten-free diet can help prevent almost all of the complications caused by Celiac disease.

We have included a list of our gluten-free (no rye, oats, wheat, or barley) products below. The natural flavors in the products below do not contain gluten.

White Wave Gluten-free Product List:

Tofu
Hard Tofu (Tidal Wave)
Organic Soft Tofu (Water Pack)
Organic Firm Tofu (Vacuum Pack)
Extra Firm Tofu
Organic Firm Tofu (Water Pack)
Fat Reduced Tofu
Firm Tofu (Vacuum Pack)

Tempeh
Tempeh Original Soy
Tempeh Soy Rice


For more information, visit the following web sites:
Celiac Disease Foundation
Celiac Disease & Gluten-Free Diet Support Page
Gluten Intolerance Group
The Celiac Sprue Association

What is sake? Isn't that alcohol?

Sake is a Japanese wine made from fermented rice. It has a relatively low alcohol content of 12 to 16 percent. Sake is used as a flavoring in the Mediterranean Tahini Tofu Tenders. Adding sake does introduce a small quantity of alcohol into the Tofu Tender sauce. However, during production, the alcohol is evaporated leaving only the flavor of sake— not the alcohol, only trace amounts may remain.

What is Tofu?

Tofu is a curd made directly from soybeans. It resembles a soft white cheese. Traditionally, soybeans are washed, soaked and then ground with water. The slurry is then filtered to produce soymilk. The milk is heated, a coagulant is added which causes the formation of the curd and then the curd is pressed to remove the excess water and is formed into tofu.

White Wave Tofu is made from organic or transitional soybeans that were produced without the use of biotechnology. Tofu should be stored in the refrigerator, submerged in water in a closed container. The water should be changed daily to ensure freshness. See our Tofu recipes for ideas about incorporating Tofu into your diet.

Where can I find ingredients and nutrition facts for a particular product?

Complete ingredient and nutritional information for each TofuTown and White Wave product is listed in the Products section of this site. Please look there for specific product details.

Where is the expiration date on the Baked Tofu package and what does it mean?

The expiration date is printed in blue ink on the front of the Baked Tofu package. It looks like this: 01/09. This indicates the month and the day. We guarantee the quality and freshness of our Baked Tofu for five to seven days when opened on or before the date stamped on the package. Baked Tofu must be kept refrigerated in a closed container or bag after opening.

Where is the expiration date on the Tofu package and what does it mean?

The expiration date is printed in blue or black ink on the front of the Tofu package. It looks like this: 01/09/05. This indicates the month, day and year. We guarantee the quality and freshness of our Tofu for five to seven days when opened on or before the date stamped on the carton. Tofu must be kept in a closed container, submerged in water. The water must be changed daily to maintain freshness. Always provide the expiration date in any correspondence with us.

Why are all TofuTown products listed to weigh 9 oz -- but some of them contain a lesser amount of tofu?

The TofuTown Tamari flavor contains 9 oz of tofu but does not come with a sauce. Our other flavors-- Havana Black Bean, Mediterranean Tahini and Sesame Ginger Teriyaki contain 6 oz of tofu and 3 oz of sauce.