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Hackney 1973

[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Hackney]

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phosphorous content therefore the description is incorrect.
H608 Low Calorie Vinegar and Oil DressingContained Vegetable Oil 12.34% Egg Yolk Solids 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 is of the opinion that this product is a Salad Dressing, and that it should comply with the requirements of these Regulations.Referred to Borough Solicitor.
H590 New PotatoesThis sample was labelled New Potatoes canned in Brine with added sugar'. Under the Labelling of Pood Order, the appropriate designation of this product is 'New Potatoes in Water' (Salt and Sugar added). This was agreed to by the Fruit and Vegetables Canners Association.Referred to Borough Solicitor.
H634 Acetic Acid 18%Contained Acetic Acid 30.6% which is 70.0% in excess of the declared amount. The Analyst was of the opinion that this excess could be prejudicial to the purchaser.Referred to Borough Solicitor.
H628 Chicken SpreadContained meat, including fat 47. 0%. Under the Fish and Meat Spreadable Products Regulations 1968, Chicken Spread is required to contain not less than 70% of meat. The sample is deficient, therefore to the extent of 23.0% or 32.9% of the minimum required amount.Referred to Borough Solicitor.
H 243 Hot Dog SausagesContained meat including fat 56.4% (calculated on drained weight). The Analyst was of the opinion that this product should comply with the Sausage and Other Meat Product Regulations 1967. 'Frankfurters in Brine' are required to have a meatReferred to Borough Solicitor.