17032. Adulteration of oysters.   U. S. v. 1 Barrel   *   *   *.    (F. D. C No. 30216.
Sample No. 66866-K.)
LIBEL FILED:    December 15, 1950, Western District of Pennsylvania.
ALLEGED SHIPMENT: On or about December 13, 1950, by W. E. Riggin & Co., 
from Crisfield, Md.
PRODUCT:    1 barrel, containing 72 pint cans, of oysters at Butler, Pa.
LABEL, IN PART :    "Rig-Co Brand   Oysters Standards."
NATURE OF CHARGE: Adulteration, Section 402 (b) (2), water had been substi- 
tuted in whole or in part for oysters; and, Section 402 (b) (4), water had been 
added to the product and mixed and packed with it so as to increase its bulk or 
weight and reduce its quality.
DISPOSITION: January 9, 1951. Default decree of condemnation and 
destruction.