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BACTERIOLOGICAL EXAMINATION OF CREAM
Ten samples of fresh cream were examined and produced satisfactory
results.
Of the total samples taken, 46 (27.7 per cent.) failed to
reach a satisfactory standard of bacterial purity.
In all cases after the results of sampling are known, the
vendors and/or manufacturers are made aware of the results, and
where the Gradings are 3 or 4, then a visit is made, methods of
service or manufacture are investigated, faults rectified and
further samples taken.
CHEMICAL EXAMINATIONS OF ICE CREAM
Ten samples were taken from local manufacturers and were
found to comply with the standard.
FOOD AND DRUGS ACT, 1955
During the year, 223 samples of Milk and Cream, and 339 other
samples were taken, of which number, 16 were found to be Not
Genuine.
Summary of Samples
During 1960 samples were obtained and submitted to the
Public Analyst as follows:-