CHAPTER V

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Adulterations of--Preservatives--Preparation of sample-- Formaldehyde--Sulfurous acid and the sulfites--Salicylic acid-- Saccharin--Benzoic acid--Coloring matter--Cochineal--Coal-tar dyes --Copper salts--In green pickles, beans, peas, etc.--Turmeric--In mixed pickles--Heavy metals (other than copper, same as under meats)--Soaked vegetables--Peas, beans and corn--Alum--In pickles-- Examination of the can or box.