17312. Misbranding of crackers.   U. S. v. 199 Cases   *   *   *.    (F. D. C. No.
30427.   Sample No. 21793-L.)
Weight 2 lbs. * * * Aproximadamente 155 Galletas" were false and mis- 
leading since the product contained less than the declared weight and num- 
ber of units in the package; and, Section 403 (e) (2), the product failed to 
bear a label containing an accurate statement of the quantity of the contents. 
Examination showed that the tins were short-weight and contained an 
average of 136 crackers (galletas).
DISPOSITION: February 19 and March 9, 1951. Ballester Hermanos, Inc., San 
Juan, P. R., claimant, having admitted the allegations of the libel, judgment 
of condemnation was entered and the court ordered that the product be re- 
leased under bond to be relabeled, under the supervision of the Puerto Rico 
representative of the Federal Security Agency.
MACARONI AND NOODLE PRODUCTS