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that the ingredient in the greatest proportion should be specified
first whereas in this case the macaroni was in a far greater proportion.
The description of the preparation was, therefore, misleading.
On receiving the Analyst's report the manufacturers of the preparation
were communicated with and they replied to the effect
that they had reprinted the packets in which the preparation was
retailed in such a manner as would comply with the Labelling of
Food Order.
The contravention was reported to the Committee together with
the letters which had been received from the manufacturers and the
Committee decided that as the matter was being remedied no
further action should be taken.
Orange Juice
This was a sample consisting of diluted and sweetened orange
juice in accordance with the requirements of the Food Standards,
Soft Drinks, Order for Citrus Fruit Drink to be consumed without
dilution. The Analyst was of the opinion on the information
which he had at the moment of receiving the sample that the
description " orange juice " means the natural juice free from dilution.
On discussing the matter further with him and forwarding
samples of the cap which covered the bottle it was decided that the
description on the cap was worded as to bring the contents within
the meaning of the Soft Drinks Order. Consequently no further
action was taken.
Vinegar
A sample of vinegar was forwarded to the Analyst who reported
that it was not in fact vinegar but consisted of a solution of acetic
acid coloured with caramel and, therefore, had the composition
of a non-brewed condiment. Vinegar is a liquid which is obtained
by a process of fermentation and the sample was a product not so
obtained. In addition fhe sample contained only 3.70% of acetic
acid and the minimum quantity of acetic acid allowable is 4%.
This was reported to the Committee who after consideration
decided that a warning letter should be sent.
Hot Milk
A sample of Hot Milk purchased in a cafe was sent for analysis
and was found to contain 20% of added water. This high proportion
of added water being confirmed by the freezing point of the
sample. A report on the sample was made to the Committee who
sent a warning letter.
Ham Cheese Spread
This sample was unsatisfactory in regard to the labelling as on
examination it was found to consist of approximately 5% of finely
chopped ham.
Under the Labelling of Food Order, as previously mentioned,
the ingredient in the greatest proportion by weight should be
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