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(B.) In every instance the preservative reported by the Public Analyst consisted of boric
acid.
*Samples marked thus were informal samples, against the vendors of which no action
was taken.
†Samples marked thus were official samples purchased as a result of the analysis of
the informal samples. The vendors were afforded an opportunity of making a written explanation
to the Public Health Committee, which was accepted in each case, and ultimately all were
cautioned against a repetition of the offence.
2. Cream sold as Preserved Cream.
(a) Instances in which samples have been submitted for analysis to ascertain
if the statements on the labels as to preservatives were correct.
(i) Correct statement made 7
(ii) Statements incorrect —
Total 7
(b) Determination made of milk fat in cream sold as preserved cream.
(i) Above 35 per cent. 7
(ii) Below 35 per cent. —
Total 7
(c) Instance where (apart from analysis) the requirements as to labelling
or declaration of preserved cream in Article V. (2) of the Regulations
had not been observed.
V (2) Cases 2
(d) Particulars of each case in which the Regulations have not been complied
with, and action taken.
Case 1.—The vendor served the cream from a jug, and, although
the vessel handed to the purchaser had a label attached to