14645. Misbranding of canned tomatoes.   U. S. v. 597 Cases    *    *    *.    (F. D. C.
No. 25744.   Sample No. 23258-K.)
LIBEL FILED :    September 14, 1948, Western District of Louisiana.
ALLEGED SHIPMENT: On or about August 2, 1948, by the Athens Canning Co., 
from Athens, Tex.
PRODUCT:   597 eases, each containing 24    1-pound, 3-ounce cans, of tomatoes
at De Quincy, La. 
LABEL IN PART :    "Homefolk Brand   Tomatoes."
NATURE OF CHARGE: Misbranding, Section 403 (h) (1), the product fell below 
the standard of quality for canned tomatoes, and it was not labeled to show 
that it was substandard. It failed to meet the test for strength and redness 
of color, and it contained excessive peel.
DISPOSITION: October 22, 1948. The Athens Canning Co., claimant, having 
consented to the entry of a decree, judgment of condemnation was entered 
and the product was ordered released under bond for relabeling under the 
supervision of the Federal Security Agency.