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(vii) The Food and Drugs Act, 1955.
During 1957, 293 samples were submitted for analysis, comprising
34 formal, and 259 informal. Table 13 sets out the types of food
examined.
Of the 34 formal samples taken, six proved to be not genuine.
The six unsatisfactory Formal samples were of milk taken during
the course of delivery, from six churns comprising one consignment.
The Analyst reported that these samples contained added water varying
from 11% to 14%. The matter was reported to the Health Committee
who resolved to prosecute the producer.
This case is included in the list of Legal Proceedings.
Of the 259 Informal samples taken, the Public Analyst reported
adversely on the following' 12:—
Bread— (sliced)
This sample was submitted as a result of a complaint that
the bread contained blackish foreign bodies. The Analyst confirmed
that the foreign bodies were pieces of rodent excreta. The manufacturers
of the bread were prosecuted and fined.
Bridge Roll
A complaint was received that this roll contained a darkish streak.
The Analyst reported that the dark streak consisted of dirty dough and
slight traces of mineral oil. Investigations were carried out at the
bakehouse when a slight leak in one of the greasing nozzles to the mixing
bowl was rectified.
Silver Shred Marmalade
This was the result of a complaint that the marmalade contained
a small black object resembling mice excreta. Examination revealed
that this was a small fragment of black rubber. The matter was taken
up with the manufacturer when it was ascertained that the fragment of
rubber had come from the lining of the capping machine.
Orange Squash
This was submitted following a complaint that consumption of a
part of the contents had caused vomiting, and had a peculiar taint.
The Analyst was unable to find any foreign matter and stated that the
peculiar taint was due to the oxidation of the flavouring oils which could
also upset a sensitive stomach.
Tinned Pears
This tin of pears contained a large number of small fruit flies and
vegetable debris and was quite unsatisfactory. The matter was taken up
with the importers and shippers.