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Hints from the Health Department. Leaflet from the archive of the Society of Medical Officers of Health. Credit: Wellcome Collection, London

Hackney 1973

[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Hackney]

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Samples taken from two shipments of Herrings, imported from West Germany,
were found to contain preservative, which is not permitted. The first consignment
was surrendered by the Importer to this authority for destruction. The
second shipment was returned to the country of origin.

Table: A detailed analysis of non-genuine samples and the action taken is set out below:-

A detailed analysis of non-genuine samples and the action taken is set out below:-

Analysts ReportAction taken
H488 Canned MackerelContained mackerel, water and spices. The can was labelled Mackerel in Natural oil, Chilli added' and bore no list of ingredients. Under the labelling of Pood Regulations 1970, this product should more correctly be labelled 'Spiced Mackerel in Brine' and a list of ingredients should be displayed in the appropriate manner.Referred to Borough Solicitor.
H92 Gourmet PowderContained Monosodium Glutomate 92.0% Salt 8.0%. Under the Labelling of Pood Regulations 1970, this product should bear the 'appropriate designation'. the Analyst was of the opinion that the words 'Gourmet Powder' are not sufficiently specific to indicate the true nature of the food.Referred to Borough Solicitor.
H107 Low Calorie Vinegar & Oil DressingContained Vegetable Oil 11.23% Egg Yolk Solids were absent. Under the Salad Cream Regulations 1966, Salad Cream or Salad Dressing is required to contain not less than 25% of edible vegetable oil and not less than 1.35% egg yolk solids. The Analyst was of the opinion that this product is a Salad Dressing and that it should comply with the requirements of these Regulations.Further sample Taken.
S.N.25. Lemon Flavoured Honeygel.This sample was labelled with a list of ingredients which read Honey, pectin, royal jelly, nicacinamide 20 mgm; Vitamins B, 2 mgm. B6. 3 mgm. B12 5ug. Flavouring per one oz.' ThisReferred to Borough Solicitor.