18462. Adulteration and misbranding of oysters.   U. S. v. 600 Cans   *   *   *.
(F. D. C. No. 32171.    Sample Nos. 4385-L, 4386-L.)
LIBEL FILED :   November 21, 1951, Southern District of West Virginia.
ALLEGED SHIPMENT: On or about November 15, 1951, by W. E. Riggin & Co., 
from Crisfield, Md.
PRODUCT:   600 cans of oysters at Charleston, W. Va.
LABEL IN PART: (465 Cans) "Oysters Selects One Pint Rigco Brand" or 
(144 Cans) "Oysters Standards   One Pint   Rigco Brand."
NATURE OF CHARGE: . Adulteration, Section 402 (b) (2), water had been substi- 
tuted in part for oysters; and, Section 402 (b) (4), water had been added 
to the oysters and mixed and packed with them so as to increase their bulk 
or weight and reduce their quality.
Misbranding, Section 403 (g) (1), the oysters failed to meet the definition 
and standard of identity for oysters since they were not thoroughly drained 
and since they were in contact with water for more than 30 minutes after 
leaving the shueker.
DISPOSITION :    January 2,1952.  Default decree of condemnation and destruction.