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"Fruti Fort".
Analysis of this product showed a 65/o content of sugars and other
carbohydrates, and included in the printed matter on the wrapping
were the words, "Appetising yet non-fattening". It was considered
that the labelling was misleading and after correspondence with the
Swiss manufacturers, they agreed to eliminate the reference to "Nonfattening"
on all future consignments to this Country.
Pure Vegetable Ghee.
This sample was of satisfactory composition and was free from butter
fat. However the label on the can carried the words, "Pure
Vegetable Ghee Cow Brand", together with the representation of a oow.
It was considered that the label was strongly suggestive of dairy
interest and therefore misleading for an article which contained no
butter and described as Vegetable Ghee.
The multiple retail grocer immediately withdrew all stocks from
sale upon receipt of our views, and the importers apologised and did
likewise.
Steak Casserole.
The Council's Analyst reported that this sample contained only
meat. In view of the fact that the whole question of standards
for this and similar products is being considered, there being no
legal standard at present, the matter was not pursued.
Ice Lolly Syrup.
This bottle did not have included in the printing thereon a statement
of the ingredients as required by the Labelling of Food Order.
The manufacturers informed the Council that this matter had been
brought to their notice previously and that new labels were in use;
that your Inspectors must have found some old stock. This was
quite likely as the sample was purchased from a shop normally selling
refrigerators and other electrical appliances. No further action
was taken.